Wilted Lettuce Salad With Bacon Dressing Recipe

Ingredients

6 cups torn leaf lettuce3 tablespoons finely chopped onion3 bacon strips, diced2 tablespoons red wine vinegar2-1/4 teaspoons sugar1-1/2 teaspoons waterSalt and pepper to taste1 hard-boiled large egg, sliced

Preparation

In a large salad bowl, combine the lettuce and onion; set aside.

Place bacon on a microwave-safe plate lined with paper towels. Cover with another paper towel; microwave on high for 5-7 minutes or until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels.

In a small microwave-safe dish, combine 1-1/2 teaspoons bacon drippings, vinegar, sugar and water. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 45 seconds or until sugar is dissolved; stir until smooth.

Pour over lettuce; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add bacon and egg; toss to coat.