WILTED LETTUCE AND ONIONS

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This is an Appalachian spring rite of passage. I've used Splenda to try to help with sugar control, and add olive oil to try to lighten it up a bit. I'm also had this with lettuce, dandelion greens and plantin from the yard. Usually this or ramps are the first greens hill folk would have in the spring of the year. Match it with...

Provided by Dave T.

Categories     Other Salads

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2-3 large handfuls of fresh leaf lettuce
3-4 green onions, tops and bottoms
6 slice hickory smoked bacon
1/4 c apple cider vinegar
1/2 c half bacon grease, half olive oil mixed
2 Tbsp splenda or sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Cut fresh lettuce from garden, or buy at your local store/farm stand, and green onions
  • 2. Wash and dry lettuce. Cut off roots and wash onions, chop onions
  • 3. Fry bacon, add olive oil to equal 1/2 cup total. When bacon is ready chop and set aside, leave grease in skillet, add vinegar, black pepper, and Splenda or sugar to skillet, reduce heat to low.
  • 4. Mix lettuce, onions and top with chopped bacon, when your ready to eat quickly add the desired amount of hot bacon dressing to taste. Enjoy!!!

joe mukama
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This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfectly.


Gary Bray
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This recipe is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I will definitely be making it again.


Tyson Adams
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I've never had wilted lettuce before, but I'm definitely a fan now. This recipe is a keeper.


Smart Destiny
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved it!


Selim selim
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Asfandiyar Khan
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This was a delicious and healthy side dish. I will definitely be making it again.


Mr. NervC
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I'm not a big fan of onions, but I loved this recipe. The onions were cooked perfectly and they didn't overpower the lettuce.


Manik
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover lettuce. I always have a head of lettuce in my fridge and this is a great way to use it up before it goes bad.


Nawaz Doger
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I added some crumbled bacon to this recipe and it was amazing! It added a nice smoky flavor.


Ifeanyi Omula
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The best part about this recipe is that it's so quick and easy to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Dip Das
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've used it as a side dish, a main course, and even a topping for tacos.


Gopal Sunar
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This was my first time making wilted lettuce and onions and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect.


Sahan Umrani
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Steel Works
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This recipe was a hit! The wilted lettuce and onions were so flavorful and tender. I served it as a side dish with grilled chicken and it was perfect.