ARUGULA WITH WARM BACON VINAIGRETTE (Adapted from Southern Living)

4 bacon slices
1 shallot or garlic clove, minced
4 TBSP extra virgin olive oil
2 TBSP red wine vinegar
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp cracked black pepper
1 (5-oz.) package arugula or mixed greens
1/3 cup crumbled goat cheese

Cook bacon until crisp.

Remove bacon, reserving drippings in skillet. Crumble bacon. Sauté shallot or garlic in drippings 2 minutes or just until tender.

Transfer shallot/garlic and drippings to a small bowl. Whisk in oil and next 3 ingredients.

Toss arugula with vinaigrette on a platter or bowl. Top with goat cheese and bacon.

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