Broccoli, Dried Cranberry and Smokey Bacon Salad
By: Roz
Published: Monday, October 11, 2010 - 6:46am

Ingredients




1 pound thick-sliced, hickory smoked bacon, fried completely until dark reddish-brown an
2 pounds fresh broccoli, chopped into ½ inch pieces
1 1/2 cups dried cranberries
1 cup thinly shredded mild cheddar cheese, or small cubes if you like
1 cup slivered almonds
1 cup sunflower seeds
2 cups mayonnaise
4 tablespoons vinegar (try using red wine vinegar)
3 tablespoons sugar

Preparation

1 In a large mixing bowl, blend the first 6 ingredients together. 2 Set aside. 3 In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, vinegar, and sugar. 4 Blend well until sugar is dissolved. 5 Combine the broccoli mixture with the mayonnaise mixture.

About


I created my own version of a very popular salad by doubling the bacon, and using thick, smoked bacon as well.  I also substituted dried cranberries for raisins that are commonly found in a recipe like this.  It is a very good salad that will disappear!

Comments:
MidnightSushi

So crazy-delicious! I can't wait for my husband to try it when he get home -- if there's any left!!!
Roz

I'm so glad that you liked this salad ~ ~ It always disappears in this house or when I take it to parties.  And it's really got a healthy side to it too, so less guilt!  I need to come over to your profile/page and see what you're up to in the kitchen!  Bye for now!