Ingredients
1 medium head iceberg lettuce, chopped6 bacon strips, diced1 small onion, chopped3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup water1 cup white vinegar2 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper
Preparation
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.
