SPINACH SALAD WITH SWEET-SOUR BACON DRESSING

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This was my mom's favorite thing to make and eat for herself. I didn't appreciate it as a kid, but have to admit that I've learned to love it, too. Perfect with fresh from the garden baby spinach.

Provided by Vina7737

Categories     Spinach

Time 15m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 slices diced raw bacon (1/2 cup Tightly packed, more is better!)
1/2 cup finely chopped green onion
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup chicken stock
salt and pepper
10 -12 cups baby spinach leaves, washed well and drained
1/4 cup finely chopped pecans, toasted or 1/4 cup salted roasted sunflower seeds

Steps:

  • Cook bacon over medium to high heat until almost crisp.
  • Add onions and fry, stirring, for one minute.
  • Add sugar, stirring over medium heat until sugar starts to develop a golden color.
  • Add the vinegar and stock, season with salt and pepper, and bring back to a boil for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Immediately pour over spinach leaves in a large bowl.
  • Toss to coat spinach evenly and serve.
  • Sprinkle nuts or seeds over each serving, to taste.

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