The combination of flavors and textures in this Asian-inspired salad is simply irresistible.  Ripe, sweet pears tossed with peppery watercress, buttery cashews, and a homemade honey-ginger vinaigrette. If I were you, I would double the vinaigrette and keep a jar of it in the fridge–the dressing is a puree of fresh ginger, garlic, shallot, soy sauce, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, and honey.  Its thick texture really coats each and every bite of the healthful ingredients.

(To view this recipe, click on the following link: http://www.finecooking.com/recipe/pear-and-watercress-salad-with-cashews-and-honey-ginger-vinaigrette)

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