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Sweet and Spicy Warm Balsamic Vinegarette Wilted Spinach Salad

Sweet and Spicy Warm Balsamic Vinegarette Wilted Spinach Salad
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    JennT1981's Notes: Growing up during the summer time I remember often having this wilted spinach salad with eggs, tomatoes, mushrooms and bacon in a warm vinegarette dressing and it was so good. I am always...

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Serves 2-4

  1. In a medium pot cover egg with just enough water and bring to a boil.

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  2. Cover and remove from heat, let sit about 15 minutes.

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  3. Cool egg in fridge until ready for use.

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  4. In the meantime heat a large skillet over medium and add bacon.

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  5. Cook until golden and crisp, about 4 to 5 minutes per side.

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  6. Remove to paper towel to drain and cool. Crumble when cool enough and set aside.

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  7. In a small bowl combine, spicy mustard, honey, shallot, salt, pepper, lemon juice and balsamic vinegar.

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  8. Stir using a whisk.

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  9. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking to emulsify the dressing.

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  10. Pour dressing into same skillet that bacon cooked in and bring to medium heat.

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  11. Scrape any bits from bottom using a wooden spoon.

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  12. In a large bowl combine spinach, egg, bacon, tomato, celery, mushroom, blue cheese and nuts.

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  13. Drizzle with warm dressing and toss gently to coat evenly and spinach begins to wilt.

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