posted by Linda in MO 05-13-101 3:33 PM
* Exported from MasterCook *
Layered B.L.T. Salad
Recipe By :Southern Living, April '01
Serving Size : 0 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Green Salad
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 container sour cream -- (8-ounce)
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 large head iceberg lettuce -- torn (about 4 cups)
1 package thick bacon slices -- (32-ounce) cooked and crumbled
6 plum tomatoes -- thinly sliced
3 cups large croutons
Stir together first 7 ingredients until well blended.
Layer lettuce, bacon, and tomato in a 13- x 9-inch baking dish. Spread mayonnaise mixture evenly over tomato, sealing to edge of dish.
Cover and chill salad at least 2 hours. Sprinkle with croutons, and serve immediately. Yield: 8 servings.
Prep: 20 min., Chill: 2 hrs.
NOTES : Another type of lettuce, such as Red Leaf, also would work great in this salad version of the popular sandwich.