Maple Bacon Salad

Whoever said everything was better with bacon was…..right! This is sooooo easy to make and even easier to eat.

 

• 12 slices of thick-sliced bacon
• maple syrup for brushing on the bacon
• 2 tbsp. white balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 tssp. Dijon mustard
• pinch of salt and pepper
• 3 tbsp. avocado oil
• 2 heads of lettuce

On parchment lined cookie sheets, lay out the bacon and brush with maple syrup. Place in a 350 degree oven and bake until crisp. Remove to a paper towel and drain the excess fat. Cut into 2 inch strips.

In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper , then add the oil in a slow stream and continue whisking until emulsified.

Add the lettuce and broken bacon pieces.

You only need to add roasted garlic toast, glass of wine and you will be some happy people. This serves 8 people so be sure to invite only the bestest of friends.