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With its simple, assertive flavors, this salad makes a great prelude to hearty fare like steaks or a roast. You might try shaved Parmesan as an alternative to the blue cheese.
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1 | head | lettuce, red or Romaine |
1 | cup | marinated artichokes, drained |
1/2 | medium | red onion, sliced and separated |
6–8 | mushrooms, sliced | |
4 | ounces | blue cheese, crumbled. |
1 | recipe | Italian Dressing |
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