Serves: 7
Total Calories: 81

2 large bunches spinach
6 strips bacon
1/3 cup sliced almonds
1/3 cup olive or salad oil
3 tablespoons tarragon vinegar or white wine vinegar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
dash pepper
1 large red-skinned apple
3 tablespoons sliced green onions

Remove and discard tough spinach stems; wash leaves, drain well, and chill for at least 2 hours.

In frying pan over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp; drain (reserving 1 tablespoon drippings), crumble, and set aside. Place almonds in remaining bacon drippings and sauté until lightly browned (3 or 4 minutes); lift from pan and set aside. Combine oil, vinegar, salt, sugar, mustard, and pepper; blend well. Core and dice apple. Break spinach into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl; add onion, apple, and almonds. Pour dressing over salad, top with reserved bacon, and toss gently.

Nutritional Facts:

Serves: 7
Total Calories: 81
Calories from Fat: 54

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