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Warm Bacon Spinach Salad

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"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 3.1 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (12)

Prep Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
15 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 2 servings
 

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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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 16, 2010 by Puffer   view full review
By eliminating the egg and flour and making the vinegar balsamic, I came up with a salad I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 18, 2007 by zip   view full review
Although I agree with the previous review, that the dressing was very thick after cooking for...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 10, 2012 by CARANICOLE154   view full review
Consistency was off, but taste was great! I agree with all the previous reviewers that the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 3.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 7, 2007 by COOKIE58   view full review
This didn't work for me. I can't imagine boiling the dressing for 2 min. I had it on a low...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 20, 2009 by WendyR   view full review
The dressing thickens when you add the flour/bacon mixture and the egg mixture. Also, when...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 9, 2008 by mofun   view full review
Very tasty and satisfying! A salad that eats like a meal.
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 3.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 19, 2008 by Salvatrice   view full review
Great taste if consumed immediately but I found it doesn't store well. Make just enough for...
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 3.1 star rating.
Reviewed on May 15, 2009 by Donna   view full review
Not so good
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 7, 2010 by katie   view full review
this turned out to be a good salad for my get together.
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 4, 2009 by AllisonF   view full review
Became too thick for me. I tried adding more water and vinegar and just found it became to...

 

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