Blt Salad With Creamy Basil Dressing

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From canadian living magazine. all the flavours of a favourite sandwich tossed together on a plate makes this just as popular when it's a salad.

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Steps

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Dressing: in a bowl , whisk together basil , yogurt , mayonnaise , vinegar , salt and pepper.

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Set aside.

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In a skillet , cook bacon over medium-high heat for about 7 minutes or until crisp.

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Drain on paper towels.

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Meanwhile , cut baguette diagonally into 12 slices.

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Broil on a baking sheet , turning once , for about 1 minute or until golden.

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Rub both sides with cut sides of garlic.

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Arrange in serving basket.

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Cut tomatoes into 1 / 2 inch thick wedges.

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Peel , pit and cut avocado into 1 / 2 inch cubes.

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In a large bowl , toss together lettuce , onion and half of the dressing.

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Arrange on large plates.

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Top with tomatoes and avocado.

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Spoon remaining dressing over top.

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Sprinkle with bacon.

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Serve with garlic toasts.

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Ingredients

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bacon, baguette, garlic cloves, tomatoes, avocado, romaine lettuce, red onion, fresh basil, plain yogurt, light mayonnaise, sherry wine vinegar, salt, pepper