RADICCHIO SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE, APPLES AND HAZELNUTS

RADICCHIO SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE, APPLES AND HAZELNUTS – salads are always served as a separate course after the main dish in France. 2 heads radicchio, cut into thin strips 4-6 cups mixed baby greens 1 cup crumbled blue cheese of choice 3 tart apples, peeled, cored and thinly sliced ½ cup chopped hazelnuts ¼ cup olive oil 3-4 tablespoons white wine vinegar Pinch of salt and pepper   In a bowl, mix the first 5 ingredients for the salad.  Just before serving, add the oil, vinegar, salt and pepper.  Serve at once.  Serves 8-10.