Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing

Ingredients and Weight:

• Spinach, 1 pound (washed and trimmed)
• Bacon, 1/2 pound (sliced)
• Red onion, 1/2 (sliced thin)
• Mushrooms, 8 ounces (sliced)
• Hard-boiled eggs, 4 (sliced)
• Croutons, 1 cup
• Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup (grated)

Dressing Ingredients:

• Bacon fat, 1/4 cup
• Olive oil, 1/4 cup
• Apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons
• Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon
• Brown sugar, 1 tablespoon
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
2. In the same skillet, add the mushrooms and cook until softened. Add the red onion and cook for a few more minutes until softened.
3. In a large bowl, combine the spinach, bacon, mushrooms, red onion, eggs, and croutons.
4. To make the dressing, whisk together the bacon fat, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
5. Pour the warm dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
6. Top with Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per serving
• Fat: 15 grams
• Carbohydrates: 25 grams
• Protein: 15 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Fresh and flavorful with a warm, nutty dressing.
• Crunchy and satisfying with the croutons and Parmesan cheese.
• A good source of vitamins, minerals, and protein.

User Comments:

• "This salad is a must-try! The warm bacon dressing is the perfect touch."
• "The combination of flavors and textures is incredible. I love the sweetness from the mushrooms and the crunch from the croutons."
• "I'm not usually a fan of spinach salad, but this one is delicious. The dressing is addictive!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to wash the spinach thoroughly to remove any dirt or grit.
• If you don't have bacon fat, you can use olive oil instead.
• The dressing can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
• For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and use vegetable broth instead of bacon fat in the dressing.