Pennsylvania Dutch Hot Bacon Dressing
Indulge in the comforting blend of sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors with Pennsylvania Dutch Hot Bacon Dressing, a timeless favorite inspired by traditional Amish cooking. This rich and velvety dressing combines the irresistible crispiness of bacon with the tang of apple cider vinegar, balanced by a touch of sugar for sweetness. Thickened with a hint of flour and a perfectly tempered egg, this warm dressing is ideal for drizzling over crisp salad greens, roasted vegetables, or even potatoes for a hearty, flavor-packed dish. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's the perfect way to add rustic charm and bold flavor to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large skillet, cook the bacon slices over medium heat until crispy. Once cooked, remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Reserve 3 tablespoons of the bacon drippings in the skillet.
Crumble the bacon into small pieces and set aside for later use.
Over medium heat, whisk the flour into the reserved bacon drippings in the skillet. Stir continuously for about 1 minute to cook off the raw flour taste.
Add the granulated sugar, apple cider vinegar, and water to the skillet, whisking continuously to create a smooth mixture.
In a small bowl, beat the egg and slowly temper it by adding a few tablespoons of the hot liquid from the skillet while whisking. Once tempered, slowly pour the egg mixture back into the skillet while whisking constantly.
Keep cooking and stirring the dressing over medium heat until it thickens to your desired consistency, about 3-5 minutes. Be careful not to let the mixture boil, as this could scramble the egg.
Stir in the salt, black pepper, and crumbled bacon pieces.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let the dressing cool slightly before serving. Serve warm over fresh salad greens or use it as a topping for roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
646 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.8 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.8 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 267 mg | 89% | |
| Sodium | 2106 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.4 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.0 g | ||
| Protein | 24.5 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 377 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
