Pear Ginger Champagne Dressing

This salad dressing is best served over a salad of greens, sprouts, papaya, walnuts, avacado, and mint. It is best paired with a champagne or sparkling wine made from Pinot Noir grapes, like a Blanc de Noir.  But this dressing is so delicious you might drink it alone.

1 sweet, ripe pear – peeled, seeded, and cubed
2 Tablespoons of fresh ginger – or about a 1 x 2 inch section – peeled, chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
1 clove garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
1 Tablespoon champagne (or water)

Puree all ingredients in a blender, 1-2 minutes. Taste and adjust and re-blend if necessary. Serve immediately over salad.