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Mandarin-Bacon Salad
 
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 30 Minutes
Servings: 8
This is a nice zesty luncheon salad. From Southern Living.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce
2 (15 ounce) cans mandarin oranges, drained and chilled
1 head red leaf lettuce, torn into pieces
1 head romaine lettuce, torn into pieces
1 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 (4 ounce) package sliced almonds, toasted (optional)
salt and pepper
Directions:
1. In a bowl, add the first 5 ingredients; stir with a whisk until well blended.
2. Add the mandarin orange slices and lettuce to the bowl, toss to gently coat.
3. Sprinkle the bacon and toasted almonds into the bowl; toss gently to mix.
4. Season with salt and pepper if desired.
5. Serve immediately.
By RecipeOfHealth.com