QUICK Blackberry Briar Patch Salad

   This is a simple salad that is a pretty way to show off the fresh blackberries.  The combination of sweet pears, tart berries and the cream cheese is sure to please.

   Butter lettuce leaves
   Canned pear halves, or peeled fresh pears
   Softened cream cheese, whipped with a little bit of cream
   Fresh blackberries

   Tart salad dressing, (French would go nicely)

   For each serving, place lettuce leaves on a small plate.
   Add two pear halves, cut side down.

   "Ice" with cream cheese.
   Stud with blackberries and pass your favorite dressing.