Ruth's Mandarin Orange Spinach Salad

1/4 head iceburg lettuce torn into pieces
1/4 head romaine cut in pieces
1/3 bag spinach
1 can mandarin oranges drained

Candied Almonds:
1/2 c slivered almonds
2 T. Sugar
(heat on stove to candy almonds)

Dressing:
1/4 c oil
2T sugar
2T vinegar
1T basil
1/2 t salt
dash pepper

Put first 4 ingredients in large bowl. Candy almonds in a saucepan over medium heat stirring frequently. Cool candied almonds on wax paper. Add candied almonds to salad bowl. Mix ingredients for dressing in separate container. Add dressing to salad bowl. Serve immediately.