Seven Layered Salad

As a new bride, when my husband moved me South, I thought it was going to be a big cultural shock. I mean, I was from the East Coast, had attended a prestigious school and thought I knew everything about life. Well, let me tell you, the South was a culture shock. The food in the south was delicious, people were so friendly and I love the ladies of the South. Warm, generous and caring. One of my friends I met took me to a luncheon where they served this salad. It was love at first bite.

I have made this salad many times and never fail to remember how much I love it. Easy to make, spectacular visually and so tasty. With summer approaching, I thought you would want to make this salad for all your friends and family. They will beg you to make it often!!!

In a large bowl, layer one head of lettuce, thoroughly washed and dried but chopped in bite size pieces. 

We are creating layers, hence the name. 

• Red onions, I used 1/2 red onion, chopped
• Frozen thawed peas (10 oz bag)
• Shredded cheddar cheese (8 oz)
• Broccoli ( 1 cup chopped)
• Cook one pound of bacon in a large skillet until evenly browned. Crumble and set aside.
• Optional, hard boiled eggs, tomatoes, or any other salad item you like.

Mix mayonnaise, sugar and Parmesan cheese to make the dressing. Cover the salad like you are icing a cake.

Chill from 4 to 12 hours or overnight.  Before serving, toss the salad thoroughly to combine all the layers. 

When the salad is set on the table, it is a visual beauty but when the salad is eaten, heavenly!!!

Seven Layer Salad 

Ingredients

• 1 pound bacon
• 1 large head iceberg lettuce - rinsed, dried, and chopped
• 1 red onion, chopped
• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas, thawed
• 8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1 cup chopped, broccoli
• 1 1/4 cups mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese