7 Layer Salad
The original 70’s southern salad.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup sliced celery
- 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1 can water chestnuts
- 10 oz frozen English peas
- 5 boiled eggs, sliced
- 3/4 cup mayo & 3/4 cup sour cream (mix and add 1 T white wine vinegar and 1/2 t sugar, salt & pepper)
- 8 oz grated cheddar
- Crumbled bacon (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS
1 – Wash, drain and chop first 4 items. Drain chestnuts and rinse frozen peas. Slice boiled eggs.
2 – Mix dressing. Layer all ingredients in order listed above. Spread dressing to seal edges of bowl.
3 – Top with grated cheddar and crumbed bacon. Cover tightly and refrigerate overnight.