Lettuce with hot bacon dressing is a classic American salad dish that combines crisp lettuce, bacon, and a creamy, tangy dressing. The dish is typically served as a side salad or as a main course for a light lunch or dinner. The key to making a great lettuce with hot bacon dressing is to use fresh, high-quality ingredients and to make the dressing from scratch.
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LETTUCE WITH HOT BACON DRESSING
I plant lettuce in my garden, so this is a recipe I make often. It's a nice change from a regular tossed salad.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove the bacon; crumble and set aside. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup drippings. In a large bowl, combine the greens, eggs, onions and bacon. Add remaining ingredients to the drippings; bring to a boil. Drizzle over the salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 229mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
WILTED LETTUCE SALAD WITH BACON DRESSING
To complement any entree, toss together this effortless and delicious salad.-Cheryl Newendorp, Pella, Iowa
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the lettuce and onion; set aside., Place bacon on a microwave-safe plate lined with paper towels. Cover with another paper towel; microwave on high for 5-7 minutes or until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels., In a small microwave-safe dish, combine 1-1/2 teaspoons bacon drippings, vinegar, sugar and water. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 45 seconds or until sugar is dissolved; stir until smooth. , Pour over lettuce; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add bacon and egg; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 98mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
LETTUCE SALAD WITH BACON DRESSING
Make and share this Lettuce Salad With Bacon Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by cuisinebymae
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cook bacon until crisp and brown.
- Measure bacon fat.
- Leave about 1 1/4 tablespoons bacon fat in skillet with the bacon.
- Add vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper.
- Bring to a boil.
- Pour hot dressing over lettuce in a bowl and toss.
SOUTHERN WILTED LETTUCE SALAD WITH HOT BACON DRESSING
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Combine the shredded lettuce and chopped green onions in a large bowl. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- In a cast-iron or other frying pan, cook the bacon over medium-high heat until the desired doneness.
- Remove the bacon to paper towels to drain and reserve 2 tablespoons of the bacon drippings.
- Combine the bacon drippings, vinegar, and sugar in a saucepan and heat until it boils.
- Pour over the shredded lettuce mixture. Toss to mix. Crumble the bacon and add it on top. Serve at once.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 231 mg, Sugar 4 g, Fat 8 g, ServingSize 4 to 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
LETTUCE WITH HOT BACON DRESSING
Here is something a little different for a salad. A friend gave me this years ago. Hope you like it.
Provided by Vera
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place egg in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil; cover, remove from heat, and let egg stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, peel and chop.
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside. Reserve excess grease.
- Add onions to skillet with reserved grease and cook until tender. Add bacon, vinegar, water, sugar and salt. Stir and bring to boil.
- Place lettuce in a large bowl. Pour hot dressing over and toss well. Garnish with egg and radishes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 465.7 mg, Sugar 4 g
PENNSYLVANIA DUTCH HOT BACON DRESSING
Serve this over greens; a great side dish for upcoming traditional holiday dinners, a Polish or German dinner or any meal.
Provided by TheDancingCook
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook bacon until crisp; remove and chop.
- Add to greens.
- Add all other ingredients to the beaten egg and pour into the hot bacon fat and cook until thickened.
- Serve over greens, and add a little bit of chopped onion to salad, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.1, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 59.1, Sodium 388.8, Carbohydrate 17.7, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 12.5, Protein 4.6
FRISEE SALAD WITH HOT BACON DRESSING
Sweet and tangy hot bacon dressing is tossed with slightly bitter frisee lettuce in this simple, but delish salad!
Provided by Kim's Cooking Now
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place frisee lettuce in a serving bowl.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add shallot and cook until soft, about 2 minutes. Add bacon bits, white vinegar, apple cider vinegar, red wine, sugar and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil; stir to combine. Reduce heat to low and cook until dressing is hot.
- Pour hot bacon dressing over frisee and toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 2.5 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 139.1 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
Tips:
- Choose the right lettuce. A sturdy lettuce, such as romaine or iceberg, is best for this salad. Avoid delicate lettuces, such as butter lettuce or arugula, which will wilt under the hot dressing.
- Cook the bacon until it is crispy. This will give the dressing a rich, smoky flavor. If you don't want to cook the bacon, you can also use pre-cooked bacon bits.
- Use fresh herbs, if possible. Fresh herbs, such as parsley, chives, and tarragon, will brighten up the flavor of the dressing.
- Serve the salad immediately. The dressing will wilt the lettuce if it sits for too long.
Conclusion:
Lettuce with Hot Bacon Dressing is a classic salad that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of crispy lettuce, smoky bacon, and creamy dressing is irresistible. This salad is perfect for a potluck, picnic, or any other casual gathering.
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