| Wilted Spinach Salad 10 to 12 ounces fresh spinach, washed and torn into bite-size pieces 1 small red onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings 2 hard-cooked eggs, 1 chopped, 1 sliced 2 to 4 slices bacon 1 to 1 1/2 T bacon drippings 1 1/2 T sugar 3T vinegar 1 T water 1/2 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. pepper Place prepared spinach in a large bowl. Add onions. Refrigerate, tightly covered. Cook bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towel and set aside. In a small jar or measuring cup combine drippings with sugar, vinegar, water, salt and pepper. Refrigerate all ingredients until just before serving. When ready to serve, microwave the dressing on HIGH for 30 to 45 seconds, or until mixture boils. Toss the chopped egg with the greens then pour the hot dressing over greens mixture. Toss again lightly. Top with sliced egg and crumbled bacon. Serves 6. |
