Ingredients

3 bacon strips, chopped2 tablespoons red wine vinegar1 small garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepperDash ground nutmegDash crushed red pepper flakes1/4 cup olive oil6 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 8 cups) 1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion4 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped

Preparation

In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels. Discard all but 1 tablespoon drippings.

Add vinegar, garlic, brown sugar, mustard and seasonings to drippings; heat through, stirring to blend. Transfer to a small bowl; gradually whisk in oil. Stir in half of the bacon.

Place spinach, onion and eggs in a large bowl; toss with warm dressing. Sprinkle with remaining bacon; serve immediately.