almost guilt-free wedge salad

Name: ALMOST Guilt-free Wedge Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 - head iceberg lettuce; 2 - ripe tomatoes; 8 - slices turkey bacon; ## GUILT-FREE BLUE CHEESE DRESSING; 1 cup(s) lite or fat-free mayonnaise; 1 cup(s) low-fat or fat-free buttermilk; 1/2 cup(s) bleu cheese, crumbled; 2 tablespoon(s) mixed dried herbs, your choice (basil, oregano, thyme, parsley); 1 to 2 teaspoon(s) fresh-ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon(s) garlic powder; * - dash or two cayenne pepper; * - salt to taste; ## CANDIED PECAN TOPPING; 1/2 cup(s) pecan halves; 1/2 cup(s) sugar; 1 cup(s) water; - dash or two of cayenne pepper; - salt to sprinkle on top; - sugar to sprinkle on top

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Torrey Moseley

Dallas, TX

Updated on Jul 25, 2011

I love everything about wedge salads...ripe tomatoes, tons of bleu cheese dressing, and bacon--LOTS of bacon. I love everything EXCEPT the mega calories. So here is my version-- "skinnied" down to alleviate any "eaters remorse". The dressing is made from scratch. The bacon is turkey bacon. Have seconds or thirds~it's that good.

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prep time 15 Min

cook time 10 Min

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yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

1 - head iceberg lettuce
2 - ripe tomatoes
8 - slices turkey bacon
GUILT-FREE BLUE CHEESE DRESSING
1 cup lite or fat-free mayonnaise
1 cup low-fat or fat-free buttermilk
1/2 cup bleu cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons mixed dried herbs, your choice (basil, oregano, thyme, parsley)
1 to 2 teaspoons fresh-ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
* - dash or two cayenne pepper
* - salt to taste
CANDIED PECAN TOPPING
1/2 cup pecan halves
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup water
- dash or two of cayenne pepper
- salt to sprinkle on top
- sugar to sprinkle on top

How To Make almost guilt-free wedge salad

Step 1

cut lettuce head into quarters. Place each on own plate or in bowl.

Step 2

Slice tomatoes into wedges. Arrange on plates/bowls around lettuce wedge.
Step 3

Cook turkey bacon in microwave until crisp. 1. Lay pieces, side by side, on paper-towel covered plate. 2. Cover with another paper towel. 3. Cook for 3-6 minutes depending on microwave. Mine is 1000 watts and it takes about 4-5 minutes. Check after 3 minutes of cooking, continue at 1 minute intervals until crisp. Careful...it burns easily.
Step 4

Let bacon cool. Crumble into small pieces.
Step 5

For Dressing: 1. Combine mayo, buttermilk, herbs, seasonings. Mix well. Add blue cheese and stir until combined. Can store in fridge for about a week.
Step 6

Pour dressing over each salad. Sprinkle with bacon pieces and candied pecans.
Step 7

For pecan topping: 1. Preheat the oven to 350°. 2. In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, and water; stir until sugar dissolves. 3. Bring to boil. Cook over medium heat, stirring, for 5 minutes. 4. Add pecans and stir until coated. 5. Using a slotted spoon, transfer pecans to a pie plate and sprinkle lightly with salt, cayenne & a little sugar. 6. Bake for 7-10 minutes, or until the nuts are fragrant and lightly caramelized. Let cool.
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