Broccoli And Cauliflower Salad My Way - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 slices bacon or 8 slices bacon bits, to taste
1 head fresh broccoli, chopped
1 head fresh cauliflower, chopped
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 large red onion, chopped
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup Splenda granular, sugar substitute or 1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
2 teaspoons salt
1 1/3 cups mayonnaise
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Preparation

Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, and crumble.
In a large bowl, combine broccoli, cheese, bacon and onion.
Prepare the dressing in a small bowl by whisking together the red wine vinegar, sugar, pepper, salt, mayonnaise and lemon juice. Combine dressing with salad. Cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve.