Layered BLT Salad

Jo in Arlington's Note:

This is REALLY good! Another type of lettuce, such as Red Leaf or Hearts of Romaine, also would work great in this salad version of the popular sandwich.

• Total Time: 2 hrs 45 mins
• Prep Time: 45 mins
• Cook Time: 2 hrs

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 large head iceberg lettuce, shredded (about 4 cups)
• 2 (16 ounce) packages thick bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 6 plum tomatoes (sliced thin)
• crouton

Directions:

1. Stir first seven (7) ingredients until well blended.
2. Layer lettuce, bacon and tomatoes in 13 x 9 baking dish.
3. Spread mayonnaise mixture evenly over top of tomatoes, sealing edge to dish.
4. Cover and chill at least 2 hours.
5. Sprinkle croutons on top and serve.