Spicy Pecan Salad

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse pecan pieces to dampen. Combine brown sugar and cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Add damp pecans and toss until thoroughly coated.

2. 2

   Spread evenly on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated 400°F oven for 5 to 10 minutes until brown sugar is melted. Remove and let cool.

3. 3

   Toss romaine lettuce with raspberry vinaigrette and divide evenly on salad plates.

4. 4

   Slice red onion paper-thin and layer to taste on top of the greens.

5. 5

   Sprinkle with blue cheese crumbles and spicy pepper pecans to taste.