Recipe information
Ingredients for - B.L.T. Salad with Basil Mayo Dressing
5. French bread, cut into 1/2 inch pieces - 4 slices
9. Romaine lettuce - rinsed, dried, and torn into bite-size pieces - 1 pound
How to cook deliciously - B.L.T. Salad with Basil Mayo Dressing
1. Stage
Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside, reserving 2 tablespoons of the drippings.
2. Stage
In a small bowl, whisk together the reserved bacon drippings, mayonnaise, vinegar and basil and let dressing stand, covered, at room temperature.
3. Stage
In a large skillet over medium heat, toss the bread pieces with the salt and pepper. Drizzle with the oil, continue tossing and cook over medium-low heat until golden brown.
4. Stage
In a large bowl mix together the romaine, tomatoes, bacon and croutons. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well.
