Layered Tossed Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

head of lettuce, shredded
3/4 c. celery, chopped
1/2 c. peppers, chopped
6 to 8 water chestnuts
1/2 c. onions, sliced
box frozen peas
Miracle Whip
1 tsp. sugar
Romano cheese

Preparation

Layer the lettuce, celery, peppers, water chestnuts, onions and peas.
Spread with a generous layer of Miracle Whip, adding 1 teaspoon sugar.
Top with a good layer of Romano cheese.
One may also add fresh mushrooms, sliced cucumbers, crumbled bacon, sliced eggs and/or cherry tomatoes, if so desired.
Cover with foil and make a day ahead of time.