Marinated Bean Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 cans French-style string beans, drained
1 can small English peas, drained
1 (4 oz.) jar diced pimento (complete)
onions, bell pepper and celery to taste
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 c. vinegar
1/2 c. cooking oil
2 Tbsp. paprika

Preparation

Mix together and heat vegetables.
Then add sugar, vinegar, cooking oil and paprika.
Stir well and let stand at least overnight.
This improves with age.
I find LeSueur peas are best. I also find it is better if made 4 or 5 days in advance.
I've never seen it spoil.
Is delicious with cornbread dressing.