Heaven City Restaurant Spiced Vinaigrette
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Course : Salad Dressings
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 2 cups
 

Ingredients:

3/4 cup vinegar
2 pieces allspice berries
1/2 stick cinnamon
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons mustard (see note)
3/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1 cup olive oil
2 medium apples
1/2 cup roasted pecan pieces (see note)
1/2 cup spiced rum
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
 

Preparation:

Combine vinegar, allspice berries and cinnamon in small saucepan. Bring to scald. Remove from heat; let steep 30 minutes. Strain and discard spices. Combine vinegar mixture with remaining ingredients and mix well. Chill and serve over seasonal greens. Notes: To roast pecans, sprinkle nuts in ungreased heavy skillet. Cook over medium heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently until nuts begin to brown, then stirring constantly until golden brown. Or, toast in microwave: Spread 1 cup nuts on paper plate. Cook on high 2 1/2 to 4 minutes, or until heated through, stirring every 2 minutes.