Blueberry and Goat cheese salad

Submitted by Amelia Hohl

4 cups mixed salad greens

3 to 4 ounces goat cheese or other soft cheese

1 cup fresh blueberries

1/2 cup pecans or walnuts*

1/4 cup prepared Italian or balsamic dressing

Arrange greens on four salad plates, dividing evenly. Slice or shape goat cheese to form four rounds; arrange in center of each plate. Sprinkle blueberries and pecans on greens. Drizzle dressing over salads.

YIELD: 4 portions

* To crisp nuts and bring out their full flavor, toast them in a 300º F oven for about 5 minutes.