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Warm Bacon Spinach Salad

SUBMITTED BY: Patty Kile

"This was what the Pennsylvania Germans called 'wilted salad'. It was one of the first recipes I was taught to make. When the dressing is warm, I pour it over the greens and set it aside while I prepare the rest of the meal. The heat wilts the greens, which are still slightly warm when served. -Patty Kile, Greentown, Pennsylvania"
PREP TIME  15 Min
READY IN  15 Min

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INGREDIENTS

  • 3 bacon strips, diced
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg
  • 6 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 cups torn fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup seasoned croutons

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove bacon to paper towels. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. Stir flour into drippings until smooth. In a large bowl, beat egg; add water, vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper. Slowly pour into skillet. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Place spinach in a bowl. Remove dressing from the heat; stir in reserved bacon. Immediately spoon desired amount over spinach; add croutons and toss to coat. Serve warm. Store leftover dressing in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Before serving, reheat over low heat just until heated through.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 19, 2008 by Salvatrice
Great taste if consumed immediately but I found it doesn't store well. Make just enough for... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 18, 2007 by zip
Although I agree with the previous review, that the dressing was very thick after cooking for... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 7, 2007 by COOKIE58
This didn't work for me. I can't imagine boiling the dressing for 2 min. I had it on a low... MORE


 
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