B L T Salad

[Mama Mangia]

B L T SALAD
This is a very satisfying salad! Serve with warm bread, bruschetta or crostini if desired.


1/2 pound bacon fried crisp, crumbled, fat reserved (you will need 3 tablespoons)
olive oil

1/2 baguette, cut into cubes

½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup sour cream
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs, chives, parsley, basil and thyme recommended
2 scallions, minced
1 tsp garlic, minced
salt and pepper

2 heads Romaine lettuce, washed, dried and torn into bite sized pieces
1 pint cherry tomatoes, cut in half lengthwise

Add to large skillet, over medium heat, olive oil and 1 tablespoon bacon grease and allow to heat up. Add baguette cubes and toss until golden and lightly crisp; salt and pepper to taste; set aside.

Prepare dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, red wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons bacon grease, herbs, scallions, garlic and salt and pepper to taste.

Combine prepared Romaine and cherry tomatoes, croutons and crumbled bacon; toss with dressing.

Serve immediately.