10 oz. fresh spinach, rinsed, drained, stemmed and coarsely torn 1 lb. fresh strawberries, hulled and halved or sliced LEMON DRESSING: (about 3/4 cup) 1/4 c. sugar Juice of 1 lg. lemon (3 scant tbsp.) 1 egg yolk 6 tbsp. vegetable oil Place spinach in salad bowl. Arrange berries atop spinach and chill well. For dressing: Place sugar in medium bowl. Add lemon juice and whisk until most of sugar is dissolved. Add yolk and whisk until sugar is completely dissolved. Add oil 1 tablespoon at a time, whisking constantly until dressing is thick and creamy. Cover and refrigerate. To serve, rewhisk dressing, if necessary. Pour over salad and toss gently. 6 servings. |