How to Make Greens with Hot Bacon Dressing - A Step-by-Step Guide

Greens with Hot Bacon Dressing is a classic Southern dish that combines the simplicity of fresh greens with the rich flavor of a hot bacon dressing. This dish is often served as a side dish at family gatherings, picnics, and barbecues, but it's also hearty enough to stand on its own as a light meal. The combination of crispy bacon, tangy vinegar, and a touch of sweetness creates a perfect balance of flavors that pairs perfectly with the slightly bitter taste of the greens.

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups torn fresh spinach
  • 4 cups torn iceberg lettuce
  • 3 celery ribs, sliced
  • ½ cup chopped red onions
  • 4 bacon strips, diced
  • 1 egg
  • ⅔ cup water
  • ⅓ cup cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • In a salad bowl, toss spinach, lettuce, celery and onion; set aside. In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp; remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain. Discard all but 2 tablespoons drippings. In a small bowl, beat egg; add water and mix well. Add to the drippings. Combine vinegar, sugar, cornstarch, salt and pepper; add to skillet. Bring to a boil; stirring constantly. Remove from the heat; pour over salad. Add bacon. Toss and serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

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