Crunchy bacon salad

Ingredients

1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling

110g (4oz) bacon lardons

75g (3oz) focaccia, cubed

2 cloves garlic, peeled and finely chopped

50g (2oz) mixed salad leaves

Salt and pepper

Juice of 1 lime

Parmesan shavings, to serve

Method

Heat the oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat.

Cook the bacon for 5 mins, stirring frequently.

Add the focaccia and cook until crispy like croutons. Stir in the garlic for the last few minutes.

Arrange the salad leaves on plates, then scatter with bacon and croutons.

Drizzle with a little extra oil, lime juice and seasoning to taste.

Serve, topped with shavings of Parmesan cheese.

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