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BLT Salad

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Well, it's really a BLTBS salad but I didn't think that would get your attention. Yes, BS stands for Brussel Sprouts and before you abandon me let me tell you that they are caramelized in rendered bacon fat. See? Trust me. I would never lead you astray. The salad is dressed with the rocking homemade vinaigrette for t his BLT Bowl and provided the inspiration for this salad. Here's what you need (serves two): 4 slices of bacon cut into one inch pieces 1 bag of fresh whole brussel sprouts or one small-med stalk 1 small onion salad greens of your choice (I like the cold crunch of romaine) 1 tomato diced 2 Tbl spoons olive oil 1 Tbl spoon balsamic vinegar (plus a splash for the sprouts) 1 teaspoon djion mustard 2 Tbl spoons lemon juice salt to taste What to do: Cook the cut bacon on med/low heat in a cast iron pan if you have one. Be patient with it.  You want to render as much fat as you can and get your bacon bits as crispy as you can. If you don't have