Blt Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil + 2 tsp
4 slices bacon, chopped
4 slices bread, crusts removed, cubed
2 heads baby romaine lettuce, leaves separated
1/2 lb cherry tomatoes, halved
4 None hard-boiled eggs, peeled, halved
2/3 cup fresh chives, chopped
None None FOR THE DRESSING
2 tbsp olive oil
1 None shallot, finely chopped
1 tbsp white wine vinegar
1 tbsp Dijon mustard

Preparation

Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large frying pan over high heat. Saute bacon for 3-4 mins, until crisp. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
Add remaining oil and toast croutons, turning, for 2-3 mins, until golden and crisp. Set aside.
Combine lettuce, bacon, croutons, tomatoes, eggs and chives.
To make the dressing, whisk together all ingredients. Season. Drizzle over salad and toss to combine.