Grandma's Spinach Salad

Spinach leaves

Craisins

Grated Swiss cheese

Bacon bits

Sliced mushrooms

Mandarin oranges

Dressing: (Makes enough for 2 salads)

2 T. poppy seed

2 t. salt

3/4 c. cider vinegar or 1/2 c red wine

1 1/2 c sugar

2 t. dry mustard

2 T. onion flakes or dried minced onions, crushed

2 c. salad oil

Aunt Lila's Favorite Blue Cheese Dressing

 1 c. mayonnaise

1/2 c sour cream

2 T. chopped onions

1 t. minced garlic

1/4 c parsley, chopped

1 T. lemon juice

1 T. vinegar

1/4 c or more of bleu cheese

Dash of cayenne and fresh black pepper.

Stir together and chill to mix flavors.