Cran-apple Poppyseed Salad

I came across this recipe when I was a nursing assistant.  One of the nurses I was working with brought in the salad with several copies of the recipe to share.  The salad was so good, I had to take one with me.  I have gotten many complements each time I make it.

Dressing: Combine all ingredients

1/2 cup apple cider vinegar warmed
3/4 cup sugar
1 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon dry minced onion
1 teaspoon salt
1&1/2 tablespoon poppy seeds

This makes a ton of dressing.  I always have half of it left over.  To save some ingredients you could probably halve the dressing recipe.

Mix together; then set aside until you serve

4 granny smith apples - peeled and cubed small
1 bag craisins
8 oz - swiss cheese - grated
1/2 of the dressing (or all the dressing if you cut the ingredients in half)

Mix together in a large salad bowl:

1 bag baby spinach
1 bag romaine lettuce
1/4 cup cashew halves

Mix all ingredients and serve