Broccoli Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 bunches broccoli
10 slices bacon
1 large red onion
1/3 c. raisins
1 c. mayonnaise
1/4 c. sugar
2 Tbsp. cider vinegar
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1/2 c. toasted sunflower seeds

Preparation

Cut broccoli flowerets into smaller than bite-size pieces. Cut off tough outer layer of stalks and chop the tender part into small pieces.
You need 8 cups of broccoli.
(Do this the day before and store in plastic bag.)
Saute bacon until crisp.
Slice onion lengthwise.
In large bowl, combine the broccoli, onion and raisins and bacon.
In small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar and pepper.
Combine dressing with the vegetables; refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Top with sunflower seeds.