Chef's Salad

Step 1

Place the potatoes in a large saucepan, cover with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat, cover and boil gently for 20 to 25 minutes, or until tender.

Step 2

Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet. Add the nuts and mushrooms and saute over medium-to-high heat for 5 minutes, until both are nicely browned. Add the scallions and oregano and saute for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute. Transfer to a salad bowl and add the salt, pepper and dressing ingredients.

Step 3

Drain the cooked potatoes and, when just cool enough to handle, cut into 3/4-inch pieces. add the warm potatoes to the salad bowl and toss with the dressing, mushrooms and nuts. In a separate bowl, mix together the juliennes of ham and cheese.

Step 4

Divide the lettuce among six plates. Spoon the potato mixture on top and garnish with the ham and cheese. Serve immediately.