Ingredients

  • 1 head lettuce, shredded
  • 1 can sliced water chestnuts
  • 1/3 c. chopped green onion
  • 1/3 c. chopped celery
  • 1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen green peas
  • 2 c. mayonnaise
  • 3/4 lb. bacon, fried crisp, drained and crumbled
  • 4 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
  • sliced tomatoes
  • Parmesan and Romano cheese

Method

  • In large bowl, place lettuce and water chestnuts.
  • Top with onion, celery and peas in this order.
  • Cover with mayonnaise (frost as cake).
  • Chill overnight.
  • Put crumbled bacon on top, then chopped eggs.
  • Add sliced tomatoes until covered.
  • Top with cheese.
  • Do not toss.
  • When ready to serve, dig deep and get some of each layer.
  • Makes 10 to 12 servings.