Mandarin Spinach Salad

MANDARIN SPINACH SALAD SALAD:

1/2 lb. bacon 1 (2 1/2 oz.) pkg. sliced almonds 1 (10 oz.) pkg. fresh spinach, washed, stems removed, chilled 1 (11 oz.) can mandarin oranges, drained & chilled

DRESSING:

1 c. catsup 1 c. vegetable oil 2/3 c. vinegar 2/3 c. sugar 1 sm. grated onion, optional 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. celery seed 1/2 tsp. paprika Juice of 1 lemon 1 garlic clove, minced Pinch of dry mustard 1/2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce

Salad: Cook bacon until crisp. Drain, crumble and set aside. Saut� almonds in bacon grease over medium heat until lightly brown. Drain. In a large bowl, toss spinach and oranges. Stir in dressing and almonds. Serve immediately. Serves 4. Enjoy.

Contributed by:

 * World Recipes Y-Group