Caprese Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing

Caprese Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing 

2 1/2 lbs tomatoes, cut into 1/2 " pieces 

16 oz mozeralla cheese, cut into 1/2 " pieces or small boconini, cut in half 

1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped 

12 bacon slices, chopped 

3 tbsp red wine vinegar 

1/2 tsp salt 

1/2 tsp pepper 

Arrange tomatoes, cheese and basil on serving platter. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. 

Sautée chopped bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove from heat and transfer bacon to a paper towel lined plate to drain. Transfer 3 tbsp bacon fat to a small mixing bowl and let stand for 1 minute. Whisk in vinegar, salt and pepper. 

Stir in bacon pieces and drizzle over the salad right before serving.