B.L.T. TOSSED SALAD

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Boston lettuce and homemade croutons are the key to this salad. I make this often, especially good in the spring and summer.

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     Greens

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 slices bacon
1/2 loaf Italian bread
seasoning salt, to taste
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons water
1 small red onion, chopped
1 pint cherries or 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
2 heads boston lettuce, washed and drained well

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in skillet until crisp.
  • Reserve 2 tablespoons bacon fat in skillet, drain and crumble bacon.
  • Cut bread into 3/4 inch cubes to measure 2 cups.
  • Heat fat over medium heat and saute bread cubes, seasoned with a little seasoning salt, stirring until golden brown.
  • Transfer croutons to paper towels, set aside.
  • In a small bowl whisk together garlic, lemon juice, mayonnaise and water and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Tear lettuce into bite sized pieces, add tomatoes, onion, bacon, croutons and toss with dressing.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394, Fat 22.3, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 24, Sodium 632.9, Carbohydrate 42.2, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 13.7, Protein 8.5

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