First, make the candied pecans. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. In a skillet over medium heat, stir the sugar, water, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg together. Cook until the sugar begins to melt. Add the nuts and cook, stirring often, until the nuts are toasted and glazed. Spoon the nuts onto the prepared sheet pan to cool, separating with a fork. Sprinkle with a little coarse salt if desired.

Next, make the dressing in either a small bowl or a jar fitted with a lid. To make in the bowl, add the vinegar, shallots, and Dijon mustard then slowly drizzle the olive oil into the mix while whisking continuously until emulsified. Season with kosher salt and pepper, adding more to taste. Or, add all of the ingredients to the jar, close the lid tightly, and shake well.

On a large platter or in a shallow bowl, layer the lettuce with the radicchio. Nestle the sliced pears and cooled candied pecans into the lettuce leaves then top with chunks of gorgonzola cheese. Drizzle the dressing over the top just before serving.