Blt Salad With Avocado Dressing

Dressing:

1 large ripe avocado, peeled, mashed
1/2 c sour cream
1/4 c milk
1/4 c mayonnaise
1 T lemon juice
1/4 t garlic salt
fresh cracked black pepper
2 drops hot sauce (opt)

Salad:

4 c shredded lettuce
3 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
1/2 lb bacon, crisp cooked, crumbled
3/4 c croutons (opt)

In food processor, combine all dressing ingredients; beat at low speed just until smooth. Cover and refrigerate for several hours to blend flavors. At serving time, arrange salad ingredients on 6 individual plates or toss in large salad bowl. Serve with dressing. Makes 6 servings. Can be served with grilled chicken as a main dish.