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Ingredients:
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| 1 | bunch | Dandelion Greens |
Dandelion Greens
Dandelion Greens are the tender leaves of the common dandelion plant, known for a slightly bitter, earthy flavor.
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In cooking, they're often added raw to salads or cooked like spinach. High in vitamins A, |
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| 4 | slices | Bacon » thick |
Bacon
Bacon is a type of meat that comes from pigs. It's made by curing pork belly with salt and sometimes other spices. Bacon is known for its salty and smoky flavor, and it's
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| 1/4 | cup | Butter |
Butter
Butter is a creamy, fatty spread made from churned milk or cream. It's used in cooking and baking to add flavor, moisture, and richness to dishes. Butter is the parent of many delicious
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| 1/2 | cup | Cream |
Cream
Cream is the thick, high-fat layer skimmed from the top of milk before homogenization. With a rich, smooth texture, it's versatile in cooking, from sauces to desserts.
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Available in several types like heavy, light, |
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| 2 | large | Eggs |
Eggs
Chicken eggs, laid by hens, are common food items encased in a shell with a liquid interior that becomes solid when cooked. They're essential for many recipes, providing texture and flavor.
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Eggs are nutritious, |
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| 1 | teaspoon | Salt |
Salt
Salt, pronounced 'sawlt', is a finely ground mineral primarily composed of sodium chloride. It is the most common type of salt used in everyday cooking and seasoning.
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Above and beyond its basic uses, table |
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| 1/8 | teaspoon | Black Pepper |
Black Pepper
Black pepper, pronounced 'blak PEH-per', is made from peppercorns that are dried and then ground into a fine powder. It's one of the most commonly used spices, known for its sharp, slightly spicy
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| 1 | tablespoon | Sugar |
Sugar
Sugar is a sweet substance that comes from plants like sugarcane and sugar beets. It's used to add sweetness to food and drinks, like coffee, tea, and desserts.
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There are different types of sugar, |
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| 1/4 | teaspoon | Paprika |
Paprika
Paprika is a spice derived from grinding dried peppers, typically red bell peppers or chili peppers. It boasts a vibrant red color and a complex flavor profile, ranging from mild and sweet to
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| 4 | tablespoons | Vinegar |
Vinegar
5% table vinegar is a common, versatile vinegar with a mild acidic taste used in cooking, cleaning, and preserving. It lasts indefinitely if stored properly and is found in the condiment aisle in
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| Prep Time | Process Time | Overall Time |
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| 15 Minutes | 15 Minutes | 30 minutes |
Directions:
1. Carefully wash and prepare the dandelion greens as you would lettuce.
2. Roll in a clean cloth and pat dry.
3. Place into a salad bowl and set aside.
4. Cut bacon into small pieces, fry to your enjoyable consistency.
5. Pour over the Dandelion greens.
6. Put the butter and cream into a skillet and melt over a low heat.
7. Beat the eggs.
8. Add salt, pepper, sugar, paprika, vinegar and mix with slightly warm cream mixture in the pan.
9. Increase the heat, stir until dressing becomes thick like custard.
10. Take off the heat and pour piping hot over dandelion greens.
11. Stir thoroughly and enjoy.
Submitted by Mary H. | May 6th, 2024 See all of Mary H.'s Recipes.
Filed Under:
- Pennsylvania Dutch
- Mid Day
- Vegetable
- Dandelion Greens
- Mix
- Advanced
- Spring
- Salad
- Made with 10 Ingredients
- 4 Comments
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To make sure your eggs are fresh and safe to eat, use a simple water test. Submerge your egg in a bowl of water: fresh eggs will sink to the bottom, while older, less fresh eggs float. This easy hack helps you determine quickly an egg's freshness before use.
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| @Rob S. | August 17th, 2024 |
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Very tasty salad! The only thing I would change is to reduce the amount of sugar slightly. Overall, a great recipe. I gave it a 4 |
| @Deb D. | June 16th, 2024 |
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Absolutely delicious! Who knew weeds could be so tasty. Will definitely make this again. I gave it a 5 |
| @Elizabeth C. | May 25th, 2024 |
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Decent salad. The bacon adds a nice crunch, but I found the dressing to be a bit too heavy for my taste. Maybe reducing the amount of cream would improve it. Overall, not bad. I gave it a 3 |
| @Sarah D. | May 16th, 2024 |
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Loved this salad! The creamy dressing is divine, and the combination of flavors is perfect. The paprika adds a nice kick. Will definitely be making this again. I gave it a 5 |