Popcorn Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 c. plain popcorn
3/4 c. crumbled bacon (optional)
1 c. grated cheese
1 c. chopped celery
1 c. grated carrots
3/4 c. chopped water chestnuts (or 1 can)
3/4 c. chopped onion
3/4 to 1 c. mayo or Miracle Whip salad dressing

Preparation

Combine celery, carrots, water chestnuts, onion and mayo. (This can be mixed a day ahead or at least 3 to 4 hours before serving.)
Just before you serve, add popcorn, bacon and cheese.