Wilted Lettuce Salad with Bacon Dressing

By LadyJ1114

Ingredients

• 6 cups torn leaf lettuce
• 3 tablespoons finely chopped onion
• 3 bacon strips, diced
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 2 1/4 teaspoons water
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 1 hard cooked egg, sliced

Preparation

Step 1

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 towel; microwave on high 5-7 minutes or until crisp. 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.