Cheddar Bacon Topped Salad

Yield: 10 to 12 servings

Ingredients

• 1 head lettuce, chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped green, red or yellow bell pepper
• 1 red onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas, thawed
• 2 cups mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 4 ounces Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 8 bacon slices, crisp cooked and crumbled

Instructions

1. Layer the lettuce, bell pepper, onion, celery and peas in a 9 x 13 inch dish or a large salad bowl.
2. Combine the mayonnaise and sugar in a bowl and mix well. Spread over the layers, sealing to the edges.
3. Sprinkle the cheese and bacon over the top.
4. Chill, covered for 8 hours or longer.