Hot Bacon Asparagus Salad

Servings

6

Ingredients

• 7 bacon strips, diced
• 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
• 1/3 cup vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 4 cups torn salad greens
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds
• 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced

Instructions

1. In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp; remove with a slotted spoon to paper towel. Drain, reserving 2-3 tablespoons drippings.
2. Cut asparagus into 1-1/2-in. pieces; sauté in drippings until crisp-tender. Add vinegar, sugar, mustard, pepper and bacon. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes.
3. In a large bowl, combine the salad greens and almonds. Add the asparagus mixture and toss gently. Top with eggs. Serve immediately.