Spinach Salad With Gorgonzola Croutons And Bacon Tw

Name: Spinach Salad With Gorgonzola Croutons And Bacon Twists
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 slices bacon (1/2 lb.); 1/4 cup crumbled gorgonzola; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened; 4 slices country bread, half-inch thick, preferably sourdough; 1 garlic clove; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 2 teaspoons honey; 1 lb spinach, coarse stems discarded; 1 small red onion, very thinly sliced crosswise and separated into rings; 2 large hard-boiled eggs, quartered

Servings: persons

8 slices bacon (1/2 lb.)
1/4 cup crumbled gorgonzola
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
4 slices country bread, half-inch thick, preferably sourdough
1 garlic clove
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
1 lb spinach, coarse stems discarded
1 small red onion, very thinly sliced crosswise and separated into rings
2 large hard-boiled eggs, quartered

1
Put racks in upper and lower thirds of oven and preheat oven to 375u00b0F.
2
Twist each bacon slice into a tight spiral and arrange twists on rack of broiler pan, pressing ends onto pan(twists will unravel somewhat as they bake).
3
Bake in upper third of oven until crisp, about 30 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
4
Meanwhile, mash together Gorgonzola and butter in a shallow bowl with a fork. Spread generously on bread slices.
5
Cut slices into 1-inch squares and arrange on a baking sheet.
6
After bacon has cooked for 15 minutes, put croutons in lower third of oven. Bake until golden and crisp, about 15 minutes.
7
While croutons bake, using a large heavy knife, mince and mash garlic to a paste with salt.
8
Combine mayonnaise, oil, vinegar, honey, and garlic paste in a blender and blend until smooth.
9
Toss together spinach, warm croutons, and onion in a servng bowl and toss with dressing. Top with bacon twists and eggs.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 slices bacon (1/2 lb.), 1/4 cup crumbled gorgonzola, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened, 4 slices country bread, half-inch thick, preferably sourdough, and more.

Yes, Spinach Salad With Gorgonzola Croutons And Bacon Twists falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spinach Salad With Gorgonzola Croutons And Bacon Twists

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