Ingredients

  • 14 lb bacon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
  • 2 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
  • 1 clove garlic, pressed
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 12 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • salt
  • fresh ground pepper
  • 1 (1/2 lb) package arugula or 1 (1/2 lb) package baby greens (or a mix of both)
  • 6 cups green leaf lettuce
  • 8 large eggs

Method

  • Cook bacon over moderate heat until crisp, transfer to paper towels using a slotted spoon.
  • Remove 2 tbls bacon drippings for later use.
  • Cook potatoes in remaining drippings over medium heat until tender and golden, transfer to paper towels.
  • While potatoes are cooking, combine garlic, oil, vinegar,mustard, salt and pepper.
  • Fry eggs in reserved bacon drippings over low heat.
  • Combine bacon, potatoes and salad greens, add dressing and mix.
  • Divide salad between 4 serving plates and top each with 2 eggs