Ingredients

  • 1/2 medium head iceberg lettuce, shredded
  • 1/2 c. coarsely chopped celery
  • 1/2 c. coarsely chopped red or green pepper
  • 3/4 c. coarsely chopped Spanish onion
  • 1/2 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen green peas, cooked and drained
  • 1 c. mayonnaise
  • 1 Tbsp. sugar
  • 1 1/2 c. coarsely shredded mild Cheddar cheese
  • 4 strips bacon, crisp cooked and chopped or 1/4 c. imitation bacon bits

Method

  • Follow directions on frozen pea package for cooking.
  • In large salad bowl, arrange lettuce, celery, peppers, onions and peas in layers.
  • Spread mayonnaise evenly over peas.
  • Sprinkle with sugar, then with Cheddar cheese; cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Sprinkle with bacon just before serving.
  • Makes 6 servings.
  • Be sure to put layers as they appear in recipe.
  • Do not mix.
  • Serves 6.