===Ingredients=== * 1 bag fresh spinach, about 10 t0 12 ounces * 1/2 cup granulated sugar * 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar * 2 teaspoons grated sweet or purple onion * 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard * 1/2 teaspoon salt * 1/4 cup vegetable oil * 3/4 cup finely chopped apple * crumbled cooked bacon, for garnish, optional ===Technique=== - Wash spinach and let dry. - Whisk together sugar, vinegar, onion, mustard, salt, oil, and apple, or pulse a few times in blender. - Refrigerate spinach and dressing separately until serving time. - Pour dressing over spinach just before serving and toss. If desired, sprinkle with crumbled bacon. ===Notes=== Wicked easy, mighty tasty. tags: vegetarian, easy source: http://southernfood.about.com/od/spinachsaladrecipes/r/bl90416e.htm?p=1