Layered BLT Salad

Submitted by Jo in Arlington

"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."

 

• Ready In: 2hrs 45mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Serves: 6-8

ingredients

• 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.