Spinach Salad

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[...]

1/4 cup olive oil 3 tablespoons olive oil 12 large garlic cloves , peeled 4 slices bacon , chopped 1/4 cup sherry wine vinegar 2 tablespoons shallots , minced[...]