Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F

Step 2

For the bacon bits, place a wire rack over a baking sheet or on bacon baking pan

Step 3

Arrange bacon and bake until very crisp

Step 4

Cool and cut into about ¾-inch pieces

Step 5

For the warm onions, melt butter over medium heat in a medium pan

Step 6

Listicle: Rachael Ray Hard Anodized Nonstick Frying Pan with Helper Handle Add the onions, bay, salt and pepper, sage and thyme

Step 7

When onions are translucent and soft, about 12 to 15 minutes, add the liquid and simmer on low until salad is ready to dress

Step 8

For the dressing, combine all ingredients in a squeeze bottle or jar and shake to combine

Step 9

For the salad, combine the ingredients in a large salad bowl and top with the warm onions, bacon and dressing