Cherry Gorgonzola Salad

1 large head butter lettuce leaves 1/2 cup Chukar® Columbia River Tart Cherries 1/4 cup good quality red wine 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons fruit or red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons honey or sugar 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/2 cup coursely crumbled gorgonzola cheese Kosher salt to taste

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Cherry Gorgonzola Salad (continued)

Place dried cherries in a small bowl and top with the red wine. Allow cherries to plump for 15 minutes. In a large bowl, combine lettuces, cherries and onion. Add oil and toss until coated. Combine vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, honey and pepper; add to salad and mix well. Stir in wine-soaked dried cherries, sprinkle a bit of kosher salt and toss well. Spoon onto salad or dinner plates and top with crumbled cheese. Yields 4 to 6 servings.

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