Bodacious Broccoli Salad

This recipe is requested at every family gathering. Let it be your next dish that they crave! I like this dish to be prepared at least two hours before serving. Be sure to have copies of the recipe on hand, as everyone will ask for it!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 273 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• ⅛ cup white sugar
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
• ¼ cup red wine vinegar
• ⅔ cup mayonnaise
• 8 slices bacon
• 2 heads fresh broccoli, chopped
• 1 ½ cups sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
• ½ large red onion, chopped

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, and crumble.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine broccoli, cheese, bacon and onion.

Step 3

Prepare the dressing in a small bowl by whisking together the red wine vinegar, sugar, pepper, salt, mayonnaise and lemon juice. Combine dressing with salad. Cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve.