Ingredients for Mixed Greens With 5 Spiced Bacon And Poached Egg
- 1 pound bacon
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Chinese Five Spice Powder
- 1/4 cup water (for apples) + 2 inches for poaching eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Fuji Apple
- White Wine Vinegar
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots
- Dijon Mustard
- Greens
- 6 eggs
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How to Make Mixed Greens With 5 Spiced Bacon And Poached Egg
- **Prepare the Candied Bacon:**
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a 15x10x1-inch baking pan with foil.
- Arrange 1 pound of bacon slices in a single layer on the prepared pan.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until edges begin to curl.
- Remove from oven and carefully drain drippings into a glass measuring cup (reserve drippings).
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of honey and 1 teaspoon of Chinese five-spice powder.
- Microwave on high for 30 seconds, stirring after 15 seconds.
- Brush the bacon with the honey mixture.
- Bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until bacon is browned and crisp.
- Drain any additional drippings (reserve) and let cool on a wire rack.
- Break bacon into bite-sized pieces.
- **Prepare the Apple Salad:**
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup water, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and 1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder.
- Add 2 medium apples, thinly sliced.
- Toss to coat and set aside.
- **Prepare the Dressing:**
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup reserved bacon drippings, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- **Poach the Eggs:**
- Fill a large saucepan with 2 inches of water.
- Add 1 tablespoon white vinegar and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to a simmer.
- Crack 6 eggs, one at a time, into individual small dishes.
- Gently slide each egg into the simmering water.
- Poach for 3-5 minutes, or until whites are set and yolks are thickened.
- Remove eggs with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- **Assemble the Salad:**
- Divide 6 cups of mixed greens among 6 plates.
- Top each salad with a poached egg and sprinkle with additional Chinese five-spice powder.
- Arrange the candied bacon and apple slices around the salad.
- Drizzle with the warm dressing and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
17 g
Sugar
63g
Fat
36g
Carbs
6g
