Grandma's watercress salad all dressed up

1) In a medium mixing bowl, toss watercress, gorgonzola, onion, nuts and vinaigrette. season and divide evenly between 4 chilled plates.

2) Garnish with slices of prosciutto, figs and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar.

3) Preheat oven to 180C/Gas 4.

4) In a medium frying pan over medium heat, melt butter and then add nuts, tossing until they are all well coated with butter, then add honey and toss some more until nuts are well coated. Season with salt, pepper and a touch of cayenne pepper.

5) Put nuts on a baking sheet and toast in oven for about 5 to 7 minutes, tossing regularly so they toast evenly. When cool, store in airtight container until needed.

Dressing: Place all ingredients in blender except oil. Process until smooth and then slowly drizzle in oil. Adjust seasoning, as desired. Makes about 1L

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