Grilled Peaches, Beans and Arugula with Warm Bacon Dressing

recipe courtesy Family Circle

Grilled Peaches, Beans and Arugula with Warm Bacon Dressing:

4 peaches, halved and pitted

5 slices bacon

1 large shallot, finely diced

2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar

1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

(1) 5 ounce package arugula

(2) 15 ounce can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high. Brush lightly with oil. Grill peaches cut-side down for 4 minutes; cut into wedges and set aside.

Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat for 8 minutes. Remove bacon with tongs to a paper towel-lined plate. Reduce heat to low. Pour off all but 3 tablespoons of the bacon drippings. Add shallot and saute 1 to 2 minutes or until slightly softened. Whisk in vinegar, mustard and pepper.

Crumble bacon and toss in bowl with arugula, beans, grilled peaches and warm dressing. Serve immediately. Serves 4.

* Note: We substituted apricots for the peaches since we had fresh ones on hand.  Still delicious!