Bacon Thyme Dressing

Description
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group

Ingredients

 * 6 slices peppered bacon
 * 2 cloves garlic, chopped
 * 1 small red onion, minced
 * 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme, or ½-tablespoon, dried
 * 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
 * 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
 * 3 tablespoons olive oil
 * 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
 * salt, to taste

Directions

 * 1) In a medium sauté pan over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy,about 15 minutes.
 * 2) Using a slotted spoon, remove the bacon from the pan.
 * 3) When cool enough to handle, crumble the bacon into small pieces and set aside.
 * 4) Place the pan back on the heat and sauté the garlic and onion until they begin to give off their aroma, 2 or 3 minutes.
 * 5) Remove from the heat and add the thyme, vinegar, and mustard.
 * 6) Mix well.
 * 7) Add the olive oil, season with pepper and salt, and blend thoroughly.
 * 8) Return the pan to the heat and bring the dressing just to a boil.
 * 9) Pour over salad while warm or at room temperature.