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Classic Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing

Cultural Context

The Classic Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing is a staple in American cuisine, often served at gatherings and potlucks. Its combination of fresh greens, crispy bacon, and a tangy dressing creates a delightful balance of flavors and textures. This salad has evolved over the years, with variations that include different toppings and dressings, making it a versatile dish enjoyed in many households across the country.

AmericanUSside
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
8 cups fresh baby spinach
6 slices bacon
8 oz mushrooms
4 large eggs
1/2 cup shallot
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon brown sugar

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey bacon reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: goat cheese

💰Cheaper: cotage cheese

Goat cheese offers a tangy flavor at a lower cost.

1

Cook the bacon in a skillet until crispy, then remove and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the skillet.

2

Finely dice the shallot and add it to the bacon fat, cooking until translucent.

3

In a bowl, mix brown sugar and Dijon mustard, adding a bit of apple cider vinegar to rinse the bowl.

4

Whisk the brown sugar and mustard mixture together and let it sit.

5

Measure out about 3 tablespoons of bacon fat and add it to the dressing mixture.

6

Add the shallots to the dressing and whisk until combined.

7

Add the cooked bacon, mushrooms (sliced), and spinach to the skillet with the dressing, mixing well to coat everything.

8

Adjust seasoning with black pepper and celery salt if desired.

9

Slice the hard-boiled eggs and place them on top of the salad before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingtossing

Equipment Needed

skilletbowlwhiskknifecutting boardegg slicer

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggs

Also Known As

Spinach SaladWarm Bacon Dressing Salad

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