B L T Salad

 

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b l t salad

serves 8-10

2 heads romaine lettuce, washed, dried and torn into bite sized pieces

1 pint cherry tomatoes, cut in half lengthwise

1/2 pound bacon fried crisp, crumbled, fat reserved

1/2 baguette, cut into cubes olive oil

salt and pepper

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1/2 cup sour cream

1/4 cup red wine vinegar

1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs, chives, parsley, basil and thyme recommended

2 scallions, minced

1 tsp garlic, minced

salt and pepper

1. place a large skillet over medium heat add olive oil and a tablespoon of bacon grease to pan. allow to heat up. add bread cubes and toss until golden and lightly crispy. salt and pepper and set aside

2. prepare dressing, in a bowl, whisk together all of the dressing ingredients and 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease, taste, add salt and pepper as needed.

3. toss dressing with lettuce, arrange on plates, top with tomatoes, croutons and crumbled bacon. serve.