Arugula and Strawberry Salad

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            FOOD FUNNY
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Thanks to reader Doug for this one-liner:

A vulture boards an airplane carrying two dead raccoons. The
stewardess looks at him and says, "I'm sorry, only one carrion
allowed per passenger."

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            TODAY'S RECIPE
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Arugula (also known as rocket and roquette) is one of my favorite
greens, and its peppery spiciness goes perfectly with the sweetness of
the strawberries. Feel free to substitute watercress, spinach, or
lettuce if you like.

Arugula and Strawberry Salad

6 cups (1.5 L) fresh arugula
2 Tbs (45 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
2 Tbs (30 ml) balsamic or red wine vinegar
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 pint (500 ml) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup (125 ml) toasted chopped pecans, walnuts,
or whole pine nuts (pignoli)
1/2 cup (125 ml) crumbled blue cheese

Toss the arugula with the oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle
the remaining ingredients over the arugula immediately before serving.
Serves 8 to 10.
Received on Wed May 11 11:15:21 2005