Romaine Mandarin Salad

Ingredients

1 bunch romaine lettuce, ripped into bite size pieces
1 cup celery, chopped,
2 green onions with tops, chopped,
1 can (11 ounce) mandarin oranges, drained
14 cup almonds
2 tablespoons sugar
14 cup salad oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
12-1 teaspoon salt
3 dashes Tabasco sauce
black pepper, ground, fresh, to taste

Directions

To Caramelize Almonds: Put almonds in a small skillet or saucepan.
Sprinkle with sugar.
Heat, stirring constantly, until light brown.
Put almonds on waxed paper to cool.
For Dressing: Whisk all ingredients together until well mixed.
For Salad: Mix all salad ingredients, caramelized almonds and dressing.