Dandelion Salad

Dandelion Salad

Ingredients

• 2 quarts dandelion greens or endive
• 1⁄4 cup chopped onion
• 6 bacon slices, cut into small pieces
• 3 tablespoons all- purpose flour
• 1⁄4 cup vinegar
• 1 egg, beaten
• 11⁄2 to 2 cups milk

Cooking Directions

1. Wash the greens thoroughly. Drain and spin dry. Place in a large bowl. Add the onion.
2. Fry the bacon in a skillet. Drain, reserving 1⁄4 cup of the drippings in the skillet. 
3. Add the bacon to the greens. 
4. Add the flour to the drippings and cook until bubbly. 
5. Whisk in 1⁄4 cup water, the vinegar, and egg. 
6. Add the milk gradually and stir until thickened.
7. Pour the mixture over the greens; mix well. 
8. Cover until ready to serve.