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Place walnut halves on lined baking sheet. Bake for about 10 minutes or until fragrant. If desired, sprinkle with about 1 tablespoon of sugar right after removing from oven.
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Remove bacon from package, keeping bacon in one slab, lay on cutting board and slice into 1 inch thick slices. Fry in non stick pan over medium high heat, separating pieces as you cook. When bacon is cooked and crispy , remove from heat. Remove bacon from pan with slotted spoon onto a paper towel lined plate. Set aside.
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For the dressing, whisk together the vinegar, orange zest, orange juice, mustard, maple syrup, 1 teaspoon salt, and the pepper in a bowl. Slowly whisk in the olive oil.
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In a large bowl, toss together the greens, apple, walnuts, cranberries, bacon and blue cheese.
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When ready to serve, toss all salad ingredients with just enough dressing to lightly coat leaves of lettuce.
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Toss the salad with just enough dressing to moisten. Serve immediately.
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Serves approximately 6 as a side salad.