CHICO INN SPINACH SALAD WITH CREAMY ITALIAN DRESSING

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This recipe comes from the R.S.V.P. section in a November 1988 issue of Bon Appetit. It was requested from the Chico Hot Springs Lodge and Ranch in Pray, Montana. The dressing is what makes this salad especially good!

Provided by Leslie in Texas

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 23m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 slices bacon
1 cup mayonnaise
3/4 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons half-and-half
1 1/2 lbs fresh spinach, stemmed and torn into bite-sized pieces
2 slices onions, separated into rings (1/8-inch-thick)
1 hard-cooked egg, sieved

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in medium skillet until crisp; transfer to paper towels, drain and crumble.
  • Blend mayonnaise, Italian seasoning,garlic and sugar in blender.
  • With machine running, gradually add oil alternately with vinegar in slow steady stream.
  • Gradually add half and half.
  • Toss spinach and onion in large bowl with enough dressing, to taste.
  • Divide between plates, sprinkle with bacon and egg and serve.

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