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Cozy Warm Bacon Spinach Salad with Egg

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A quick and easy warm bacon spinach salad topped with perfectly cooked eggs, combining crispy bacon, tender spinach, and creamy egg yolk for a cozy, satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 6 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped or baby spinach leaves
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lay the 6 slices of thick-cut bacon flat in the pan. Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side or until crisp, flipping occasionally. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease, leaving about 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the pan.
  2. In the same skillet with the bacon fat, add the thinly sliced red onion and sauté over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, being careful not to burn it.
  3. Add the fresh spinach to the skillet. Using tongs or a spatula, toss the spinach gently for 2-3 minutes until just wilted but still bright green. Remove the skillet from heat.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey (if using), salt, and black pepper to make the dressing. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. In a separate non-stick pan, heat a teaspoon of olive oil over medium heat. Crack in the 2 large eggs and cook sunny-side up or over-easy for about 3-4 minutes until whites are set but yolks remain runny. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. In a serving bowl, combine the warm spinach and onion mixture with crumbled crispy bacon. Drizzle the dressing over and toss gently to coat.
  7. Place the cooked eggs on top of the salad carefully. Optionally, sprinkle extra black pepper or red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Do not overcook the spinach to keep it vibrant and fresh. Use thick-cut bacon for best crispiness and save rendered fat for sautéing. Cook eggs low and slow for runny yolks. Keep spinach warm off heat if not serving immediately to avoid clumping. Dressing can be adjusted to taste. Leftovers should be stored without eggs and reheated gently.

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