What’s Cooking in Gail’s Kitchen? Watercress Bacon Dinner Salad! If you like salad, you will find yourself saying, “OMG, I want a second helping!” My husband and I can literally eat this dinner salad until we think we will burst! And then we’ll have one bite more! (P.S. Spring is the best time of year to pick up watercress at the Farmer’s Market.)
Ingredients:
3 Eggs
7 slices Bacon
1 Vidalia Onion, Small
1 cup sliced Mushrooms
10 ounce package Grape Tomatoes
6 ounces Watercress
1 heart of Romaine Lettuce
1 cup seasoned croutons
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
5 Tablespoons Reserved Bacon Grease (*or substitute with olive oil)
3 Tablespoons Garlic Wine Vinegar
2 teaspoons Honey
1/2 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
Instructions:
Cook eggs: cover with water, bring to a boil, then turn off heat and allow to sit in water for 20 minutes. Drain off water and add ice on top of eggs. Fry bacon until crisp. Drain on a paper towel. Remove 5 tablespoons grease and set aside. Use 2 tablespoons of grease in a separate skillet over medium heat. Slice thin the Vidalia onion, then add to skillet. Cook slowly until onions are caramelized and reduced. Remove to a plate and set aside. Add mushrooms to the same skillet. Cook slowly until caramelized and brown. Remove to a plate and set aside. Cut bacon into pieces. Peel and slice eggs. Mix romaine and watercress in a large bowl. Arrange onions, mushrooms, tomatoes, and bacon on top.
Hot Bacon Dressing: Add 3 tablespoons bacon grease, vinegar, honey, and Dijon to a small saucepan or skillet over medium-low heat. Whisk mixture together and heat thoroughly.
Pour hot dressing over the salad; toss to combine. Arrange eggs over the top, add croutons, sprinkle on grated Parmesan cheese, and Voilà! Dinner is served!
Wow that sounds absolutely fabulous!!!
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Thank you. I kinda made a pig of myself, but I couldn’t help it. lol 🌿
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I live in Pennsylvania Dutch country…hot bacon dressing is a staple in their diet.
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Oh my, Y-e-s-s! 🌿
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Oh man, this looks delicious! Bacon is not optional in my house!
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I agree, Eva! It’s Yumolicious! 🌿
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What a beautiful colourful salad 🙂 Love the addition of bacon 🙂
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Thanks, Lynne. My husband thanks me as well. lol 🌿
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I’m probably repeating myself, but very delicious and colorful!
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No worries. I love hearing feedback. Thanks very much. 🍓
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Aw. I appreciate you “Paying it Forward”! Blessings. 🍓
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Looks delightful ☺
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Blessings, Lina. 🍓
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I’m going to try this. Looks appetizing and colorful at that.
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Color is a cook’s best friend. 🍓
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The colors look so good you don’t want to mess with it lol
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Gorgeous color!
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I’m so ready for fresh veggies, Lyn. 🍓
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oh yes me too! x
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If it’s got bacon, count me in! I am so ready for spring, I tell you…
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It’s Yumolicious. Thanks for “Paying It Forward”. 🌿🌱🍃
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