1/4 c. sliced almonds
4 tsp. sugar
1/4 head lettuce, torn in bite size
1/4 bunch Romaine, torn in bite size
1 c. chopped celery
2 tbsp. green onion, thin sliced
11 oz. mandarin orange segments, drained

DRESSING:

1/4 c. vegetable oil
2 tbsp. sugar
2 tbsp. vinegar
1 tbsp. snipped parsley
1/2 tsp. salt
Dash of pepper
Dash of red pepper sauce

Cook almonds and sugar over low heat, stirring constantly until sugar is melted and almonds are coated. Cool and break apart. Store at room temperature. Place lettuce and Romaine in plastic bag; add celery and onions. Pour sweet and sour dressing into bag; add orange segments. Close bag tightly and shake until salad greens and orange segments are well coated. Add almonds and shake.

SWEET AND SOUR DRESSING:

Shake last 7 ingredients in a tightly covered jar; refrigerate.