Susie's Spinach Salad


Bag of Spinach
1 head of lettuce
1/2 lb. of mushrooms, sliced
1/2 lb. swiss cheese, grated
1 red onion, chopped
1/2 lb. bacon, browned and crumbled
1/2 c. slivered almonds, cooked in 3 Tbsp.
    sugar until crispy brown (low heat)
1 bag craisins


Dressing
1/3 c. vinegar
1/4 c. oil 
1/8 c. yellow mustard
3/4 Tbsp. poppy seeds
3/4 Tbsp. minced onions
1/3 c. sugar
1 tsp. salt


Mix all ingredients together.  Just before serving, 
pour dressing over and toss lightly.  To prepare dressing, mix all ingredients together in blender or with a whisk.
May substitute feta cheese for swiss and may want to use less red onions.