Pea Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 can French-style green beans, drained
1 small can water chestnuts, drained
1 small jar pimentos, chopped
1 medium bell pepper, chopped
1/2 purple onion, chopped (optional)
1 can Chinese vegetables, drained
1 1/4 c. red vinegar
1 1/3 c. sugar
1 Tbsp. salt
1/2 c. salad oil
1 can LeSueur English peas

Preparation

Combine all ingredients in large bowl except vinegar, sugar and oil.
Heat vinegar and sugar until sugar dissolves.
Add salad oil to mixture; pour over vegetables and marinate.
Cover tightly and refrigerate until completely chilled.
Vegetables will be very crispy.
Thinly round sliced carrots are optional.