Craisin-Pear Chicken Salad

½c craisins

½c slivered almonds

1 med. sweet onion

2T red wine or light Balsamic vinegar

fresh ground pepper

Combine the above ingredients in a medium glass bowl. Let stand so craisins rehydrate, about 20 minutes, then add:

1 large can chicken, drained and flaked

2 firm-ripe pears, peeled

mayonnaise – enough to mix and coat lightly

Combine all of these together in the bowl. Serve over Butter Lettuce or Romaine leaves. Garnish with carrots or orange slices. . .Lin