Romaine and Mandarin Orange Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing

Place bacon in a large deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain crumble and set aside.

Place vinegar sugar red onion mustard powder and salt into the bowl of a blender. Cover and puree on high until smooth. Reduce blender speed to medium-low; slowly pour in the vegetable oil and blend until incorporated and the dressing is creamy. Stir in the poppy seeds and set aside.

To serve toss the romaine in a large bowl with the crumbled bacon Mandarin oranges and enough dressing to moisten. Place onto salad plates and sprinkle with toasted almonds.