Today I bought some juicy and delicious nectarines.  It reminded me of this incredible salad a friend shared with me.  

Spinach and Nectarine Salad

Nectarine Season – this is a must!

2 Tbs. Orange marmalade and/or Peach Jam   ¼ tsp. ground black pepper

1 large shallot (thinly sliced)                          ¼ cups slivered almonds

2 Tbs. White balsamic vinegar                        1 pkg. 7 oz. fresh baby spinach

2 tsp. olive oil                                               2 ripe nectarines, pitted, sliced

¼ tsp. salt

In a microwave-safe small bowl or 1 cup liquid measuring cup, combine marmalade and shallot.  Cover with vented plastic wrap and cook in microwave on High 1 minute.  Stir in vinegar, oil, ¼ tsp. salt and ¼ tsp. pepper.  In a small skillet, cook almonds on medium heat 5 minutes, stirring until toasted.  Set aside to cool, about 2 minutes.  To serve, toss spinach, nectarines and marmalade mixture until combined.  Scatter almonds on top.  Yummy!

Anne Jenkins