Layer Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 medium head lettuce, shredded
1 (16 oz.) pkg. frozen peas
1/2 c. chopped celery
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 green pepper, chopped
1/2 c. tomatoes, in small bits (optional)
2 c. mayo (not Miracle Whip)
2 Tbsp. sugar
8 to 12 oz. shredded Cheddar cheese
bacon bits (optional)

Preparation

Mix mayo and sugar very well. In a glass 9 x 13 dish, layer veggies starting with lettuce, then peas, celery, onions and green pepper. Spread mayo dressing over veggies. The dressing should be somewhat warm; it is easier to spread. Add shredded cheese and tomatoes, if wanted. Top with bacon bits. Chill for at least 1 hour or so.