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==
# In a medium sauté pan over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy,about 15 minutes.
# Using a slotted spoon, remove the bacon from the pan.
# When cool enough to handle, crumble the bacon into small pieces and set aside.
# 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.
# Remove from the heat and add the thyme, vinegar, and mustard.
# Mix well.
# Add the olive oil, season with pepper and salt, and blend thoroughly.
# Return the pan to the heat and bring the dressing just to a boil.
# Pour over salad while warm or at room temperature.
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