Pretty as a Peach

I found the MOST beautiful peaches at the Farmer's Market yesterday so I thought I'd share my fabulous recipe for Arugula Salad with Peaches, Blue Cheese and Almonds! Since arugula is mildly peppery, I love to partner it with sweet peaches and salty blue cheese. The nutty almonds add an extra layer of flavor and crunch. I like to use Gorgonzola, but any blue cheese variety will work.

Arugula Salad with Peaches, Blue Cheese and Almonds

4 cups fresh arugula

2 ripe peaches, pitted and diced

1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese

2-3 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon sherry vinegar

2 teaspoons honey mustard

Pinch black pepper

2 tablespoons slivered almonds, lightly toasted

Combine the arugula, peaches and blue cheese in a large bowl and set aside. 

Whisk together the oil. vinegar, mustard, and pepper. Add the mixture to the arugula mixture and toss to combine. Transfer the salad to a serving platter and top with the almonds. 

Serves 4

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