Bacon, Basil and Tomato Salad

Ingredients:

1/2 lb Smithfield Bacon, cut into one inch pieces and cooked crisp
4 large vine ripe summer tomatoes, cut into eighths
1 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoon olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

In a large glass bowl, toss together tomatoes, basil and garlic. Pour vinegar and olive oil over and season with salt and pepper. Cover with plastic wrap and allow to marinate at room temperature for 4-6 hours. Toss in the crisp bacon just before serving.

Serving suggestion: serve with a wonderful crisp and crusty bread. Pour any leftover over your pasta for dinner.