Spinach Salad without balsamic vinaigrette

1 lb fresh spinach leaves 1 cup fresh mushrooms , sliced 4 slices cooked and crumbled bacon 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup sour cream or 1/2 cup plain yogurt 1[...]

8 slices bacon (1/2 lb.) 1/4 cup crumbled gorgonzola 1 tablespoon unsalted butter , softened 4 slices country bread, half-inch thick, preferably sourdough 1[...]

1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges 1/4 cup dry white wine 2 tablespoons light soy sauce 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 large garlic[...]

1/2 cup mayonnaise 6 tablespoons buttermilk 1 teaspoon bacon drippings 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar 1 garlic clove , minced 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon[...]