1/4 c. slivered almonds
4 slices bacon
1 lg. head butter lettuce (or type you prefer)
1 (11 oz.) can mandarin oranges, drained
6 tbsp. salad oil
3 tbsp. white wine vinegar
3 tbsp. crumbled bleu cheese
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. dry mustard
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/2 lb. mushrooms, sliced

You can make this ahead; chill greens and dressing separately, then mix together just before serving.

In a large frying pan, cook nuts, stirring, over medium low heat until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.

Using same pan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, drain and crumble. Wash lettuce, dry and tear into bite-size pieces. In large salad bowl, combine lettuce and oranges. Cover and refrigerate, if made ahead.

In jar, combine oil, vinegar, cheese, salt, mustard, and pepper. Shake or stir to blend. Cover and chill. Before serving, pour dressing over lettuce mixture, add mushrooms, bacon and nuts. Toss to mix. Makes about 4 servings.