Cornucopia Salad

1 cup slivered almonds 2 tbsp sugar
Caramelize almonds by mixing with sugar in a small skillet and stirring constantly over low heat until lightly browned. Spread on foil to cool and then break into pieces.

1 head green leaf lettuce, torn into pieces
1 head Romaine lettuce, torn into pieces
1 cup chopped celery
1 (11 oz) can mandarin oranges, drained
2 avocados cut into chunks
2 apples, diced
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)

Dressing:
1 cup sugar
1 tsp salt
1 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tsp dried mustard
1 tsp poppy seeds
Combine dressing ingredients and refrigerate until ready to use. Toss salad ingredients, almonds and dressing just prior to serving.