Are you seeking a warm dressing to accompany your fresh spinach, enhancing its flavors and textures? Look no further! With a wide variety of ingredients and techniques, there are endless possibilities for crafting the perfect warm dressing for spinach. Whether you prefer a creamy, cheesy dressing, a tangy vinaigrette, or a nutty, earthy sauce, this article will guide you through the essential steps and ingredients needed to create a delectable warm dressing that will elevate your spinach dish to new heights.
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SPINACH SALAD WITH WARM BACON-MUSTARD DRESSING
A classic steakhouse-style spinach salad with the absolute best warm bacon-mustard dressing I've ever had! Looks and tastes like a lot of work, but can be prepared in no time! This salad can easily be converted to a main dish salad by adding strips of grilled chicken breast.
Provided by brightlightz
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Spinach Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place spinach into a large serving bowl, top with hard-cooked eggs, mushrooms, 4 crumbled strips of bacon, Swiss cheese, and almonds.
- Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Stir in shallots and garlic, and cook until softened and translucent, about 2 minutes. Whisk in the vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and 2 crumbled strips of bacon; season to taste with salt and pepper, then cook until hot.
- Pour hot dressing over spinach and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 662.5 calories, Carbohydrate 40.1 g, Cholesterol 292.6 mg, Fat 40.6 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 36.1 g, SaturatedFat 17.2 g, Sodium 1123.4 mg, Sugar 26 g
SPINACH SALAD DRESSING
This is a quick and easy dressing that goes well with any salad! Serve warm over salad. This dressing keeps very nicely in a covered container in the refrigerator.
Provided by Amber
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Whisk olive oil, sugar, ketchup, red wine vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce together in a saucepan over medium heat until sugar melts and dressing is creamy, 3 to 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.4 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Fat 13.5 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 125.5 mg, Sugar 14.6 g
WARM SPINACH SALAD
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 22m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add bacon to skillet and brown, reserve the crispy bacon bits and add the shallots and garlic to the pan. Cook 3 to 4 minutes then deglaze the pan with vinegar, turn spinach into pan and wilt down a bit but do not fully cook the spinach, just give it a few turns with tongs. Season the greens with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Place spinach on a serving dish and top with quartered eggs, shavings of cheese and reserved bacon bits.
WARM DRESSING FOR SPINACH
This tangy-sweet dressing is perfect for large gatherings. Keep it warm in a crockpot or slow-cooker. I like serving it over dandelion or spinach salad, and I also like it mixed in with mashed potatoes. Just a little gives a lot of flavor. -Victoria Hahn Northampton, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 6-1/2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, flour and salt. Gradually stir in water and vinegar. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. , Stir a small amount of hot dressing into eggs; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. , Serve immediately over spinach with mushrooms and croutons; sprinkle with bacon. Or transfer dressing to a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker and keep warm on low. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 85mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
SPINACH SALAD WITH WARM BACON DRESSING
To make his Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing recipe from Good Eats on Food Network even better, Alton Brown tops it with sliced eggs and mushrooms.
Provided by Alton Brown
Categories appetizer
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Remove the stems from the spinach and wash, drain and pat dry thoroughly. Place into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
- Place the eggs into an electric kettle and cover with cold water by at least 1-inch. Turn the kettle on. Once the water comes to a boil, the kettle will turn itself off. Leave the eggs in the water for 15 minutes. Remove and peel off the shell. Slice each egg into 8 pieces and set aside.
- While the eggs are cooking, fry the bacon and remove to a paper towel to drain, reserving 3 tablespoons of the rendered fat. Crumble the bacon and set aside.
- Transfer the fat to a small saucepan set over low heat and whisk in the red wine vinegar, sugar and Dijon mustard. Season with a small pinch each of kosher salt and black pepper.
- Add the mushrooms and the sliced onion to the spinach and toss. Add the dressing and bacon and toss to combine. Divide the spinach between 4 plates or bowls and evenly divide the egg among them. Season with pepper, as desired. Serve immediately.
WILTED SPINACH SALAD WITH WARM FETA DRESSING
Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Categories Salad Onion Appetizer Christmas Thanksgiving Vegetarian Quick & Easy High Fiber Feta Spinach Fall Winter Healthy Christmas Eve Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place spinach in large bowl. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over high heat. Add onion; sauté until brown and softened, about 7 minutes. Transfer to bowl with spinach; remove skillet from heat. Add remaining 3 tablespoons oil and cheese to skillet. Stir to melt cheese slightly, about 1 minute. Stir in vinegar. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Pour over spinach; toss to coat and wilt slightly.
SPINACH SALAD WITH WARM BACON DRESSING
My spinach salad with a comforting bacon dressing is a recipe I turn to again and again in winter. It's quick, elegant and so delicious. I can always count on compliments. -Sandy Davis, Prescott, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels. Discard all but 1 tablespoon drippings., Add vinegar, garlic, brown sugar, mustard and seasonings to drippings; heat through, stirring to blend. Transfer to a small bowl; gradually whisk in oil. Stir in half of the bacon., Place spinach, onion and eggs in a large bowl; toss with warm dressing. Sprinkle with remaining bacon; serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 25g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 196mg cholesterol, Sodium 373mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
WARM SPINACH SALAD
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings
Time 15m
Yield 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oil in a skillet and sautee the bacon until the pieces are golden brown. Remove from the heat.
- Mix spinach, mushrooms and onion in a glass or ceramic bowl. (Do not use wood - it will soak up the warm dressing.)
- Toss salad ingredients with the vinegar.
- Reheat the bacon and drippings in the skillet and pour over salad. Toss thoroughly then cover the salad with the overturned skillet for about 30 seconds. Toss again.
- Season with pepper, crumble sieved hard-cooked egg yolk on the salad and serve.
WARM BACON DRESSING FOR SPINACH SALAD
A few years ago there was a restaurant called Victoria Station in Denver. You ate in old trolly cars, where they served the best spinach salad. The warm bacon dressing is what made it. I have searched a long time for this. Here it is...
Provided by Denver cooks
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 25m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine spinach and mushrooms in salad bowl.
- Cook onion until translucent, in olive oil.
- Combine cornstarch, apple juice and cider vinegar together until well mixed.
- Add to skillet with onion and heat until boiling.
- While boiling continue to stir until mixture thickens slightly.
- Stir in honey.
- Pour hot dressing over spinach mixture and mix in well.
- Add boiled egg and bacon and toss thoroughly.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.4, Fat 35.1, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 144.5, Sodium 539.4, Carbohydrate 10.7, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 6.5, Protein 11.2
HOT BACON DRESSING (FOR SPINACH SALAD)
This is one of our all time favorite dressings to use on spinach salad. We like to add some chopped boiled eggs to our fresh spinach along with sliced fresh mushrooms. This is enough dressing for one-half of a small bag of spinach. EDITED: To say this is enough for half a bag of cleaned spinach.
Provided by Luby Luby Luby
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In skillet fry bacon until crisp then remove bacon and reserve bacon grease.
- Crumble bacon over fresh spinach.
- Add minced onion to bacon grease and saute over medium heat about 3-4 minutes.
- Add remaining ingredients and saute for about 1 minute.
- Pour hot dressing over spinach and toss, mixing well.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.2, Fat 10.3, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 15.4, Sodium 189, Carbohydrate 1.8, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 1.3, Protein 2.7
Tips:
- Fresh spinach: Use fresh, tender spinach leaves for the best flavor and texture. Avoid wilted or yellowed leaves.
- Quality ingredients: Use high-quality ingredients for the best results. Fresh herbs, good-quality olive oil, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese will make a big difference in the taste of the dressing.
- Taste and adjust: Taste the dressing before serving and adjust the seasonings to your liking. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to taste.
- Make ahead: The dressing can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, bring the dressing to room temperature before tossing with the spinach.
- Serving suggestions: Serve the warm spinach salad with grilled or roasted chicken, fish, or tofu. You can also add a boiled egg or crumbled bacon for extra protein.
Conclusion:
This warm spinach salad dressing is a delicious and versatile way to dress up your favorite greens. The warm dressing wilts the spinach slightly, creating a tender and flavorful salad that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dressing that is both healthy and delicious. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy salad dressing, give this warm spinach salad dressing a try.
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