1 head butter (or other variety) lettuce
4 green onions
1 tbsp. chopped parsley
2 tbsp. sugar
1/4 c. chopped pecans
1 (11 oz.) can mandarin oranges, drained

Wash lettuce and dry well. Tear in bite size pieces. Refrigerate. Caramelize sugar in heavy skillet until golden. (Sugar caramelizes quickly so watch carefully.) Stir in pecans and continue cooking until lightly browned. Pour onto waxed paper or oiled pan and cool. Break apart in small pieces. Just before serving add pecans, green onions, drained oranges and parsley to lettuce. Toss with dressing.

DRESSING:

1/4 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. sugar
2 tbsp. red wine vinegar
1/4 c. salad oil
Dash of pepper

Combine all ingredients in a jar and shake well. Refrigerate until ready to use. Dressing should be made several days in advance.