Absolutely! Let’s dive into the wonderful world of making a delicious BLT Salad with Garlic Croutons. This recipe is a delightful creation from your brother’s fiancΓ©e, who finds it to be the perfect choice for a light yet satisfying lunch or dinner. π₯
BLT Salad with Garlic Croutons
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 8 | Bacon slices |
| 3 | Dark brown sugar |
| 1 | Flour |
| 1/3 | Pecans |
| 1 | Boston lettuce |
| 1 | Iceberg lettuce |
| 1 | Romaine lettuce |
| 1 | Cherry tomatoes |
| 1/3 | Fresh basil leaves |
| 1/2 | Garlic-flavored croutons |
| – | Fresh ground black pepper |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
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Prepare Bacon: Arrange the bacon slices in a single layer on a broiler pan. Ensure they are close together without overlapping.
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Make Topping: In a small bowl, combine the dark brown sugar, flour, and pecans. Sprinkle this delicious mixture evenly over the bacon slices.
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Bake Bacon: Pop the pan into the preheated oven and bake until the bacon turns crisp and beautifully browned. This should take around 30 minutes. No need to turn the bacon during baking.
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Drain Bacon: Using a wide spatula, carefully transfer the bacon slices to paper towels to drain. Make sure to keep the pecan-side up. Set aside for a moment.
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Prepare Salad: While the bacon is baking, tear the lettuce leaves into bite-sized pieces. Place them in a large serving bowl along with the cherry tomatoes and fresh basil leaves.
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Add Bacon and Pecans: Crumble the crispy bacon slices and add them, along with any loose pecans, to the salad mixture.
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Toss with Croutons: Now, it’s time to add the garlic-flavored croutons for that extra crunch and flavor. Sprinkle some fresh ground black pepper on top.
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Final Touch: Give everything a good toss, making sure all the ingredients are nicely mixed and coated.
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Serve: Your BLT Salad with Garlic Croutons is ready to impress! Serve it with your favorite dressing on the side for an added burst of flavor.
This salad is a celebration of textures and flavors, from the crispy bacon to the crunchy pecans, the fresh greens, and the savory garlic croutons. Each bite is a delightful journey for your taste buds. It’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or as a refreshing option for a weekend lunch gathering. Enjoy! π₯π₯¬π
