WILTED ICEBERG LETTUCE

Wilted Iceberg Lettuce image

MY Father's Mother made this a grandchildren's favorite, a dish she brought with her from Czechoslovakia. This hot salad is a good choice to accompany a hearty meat entrée, such as roasts, chops or steaks.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 medium head iceberg lettuce, chopped
6 bacon strips, diced
1 small onion, chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup water
1 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Place lettuce in a large salad bowl; set aside. In a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. , Saute onion in drippings over medium heat until tender. Stir in flour until blended; cook and stir until lightly browned. Combine the water, vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper; gradually stir into onion mixture. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1 minute longer or until thickened. , Pour hot dressing over lettuce; toss to coat. Top with bacon and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 371mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.