Apple and Pear Salad (Just in time for Summer)

This is my favorite salad to make, especially when it starts to be warmer outside.  The home made dressing is also unbeatable and crazy easy to make. 

Ingredients:

Salad
1 head of lettuce
2 pears
2 Gala apples
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 cup sliced almonds
1 cup shredded cheese (I used Parmesan)
lemon juice

Dressing
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup white vinegar
1 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon poppy seeds

1.  Wash and slice the head of lettuce and place in a large mixing bowl.
2.  Dice the pears and apples into bite sized pieces; toss with a little lemon juice before adding to the lettuce).
3.  Add the cranberries, almonds, and shredded cheese. 
4.  Toss together until completely combined.
5.  In a medium mixing bowl whisk together all of the dressing ingredients. 
6.  Add the dressing to the salad as desired. 

** Cover and refrigerate for up to three or four days.  

This is what the dressing should look like