Old Fashioned Dandelion Salad

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   Wash and pick over the greens thoroughly to be sure no grain of sand remains.

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   Dry on paper towels; tear into pieces and chill. Fry the bacon until crisp.

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   Pour off all but 2 tablespoons of the fat and drain the bacon on paper towels.

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   Add the sugar, flour and salt to the fat.

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   Cook and stir 3 minutes.

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   Add the vinegar and water and bring to a boil, stirring constantly.

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   Add the chopped onion and the greens.

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   Toss well to coat thoroughly; cover and cook 2 or 3 minutes, just to wilt the dandelions.

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   Serve garnished with the bacon pieces.

10. 10

    A good salad we enjoyed in Iowa when I was growing up.

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    Dandelions were always plentiful in everyone's yard.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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