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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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With garden-fresh basil, this salad is easy, but mouth-watering. Ingredients:
1 lb sliced bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces |
1/4 cup butter, cubed |
4 slices white bread, crusts removed and cut into 1-inch cubes |
1/2 cup mayonnaise |
3 -5 tablespoons minced fresh basil |
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar |
1/2 teaspoon pepper |
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic |
6 cups torn romaine lettuce |
1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes |
Directions:
1. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. Set bacon and drippings aside.
2. In another large skillet, melt butter. Add bread cubes; cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown, stirring frequently. Remove to paper towels; cool.
3. For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, basil, vinegar, pepper, garlic and reserved drippings. In a large bowl, combine the romaine, tomatoes and bacon. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Top with croutons.
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