Broccoli Salad Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 head broccoli
• 6 to 8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1/2 cup raisins, optional
• 8 ounces sharp Cheddar, cut into very small chunks
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

How to make:

• Trim off the large leaves from the broccoli stem.
• Remove the tough stalk at the end and wash broccoli head thoroughly.
• Cut the head into flowerets and the stem into bite-size pieces.
• Place in a large bowl.
• Add the crumbled bacon, onion, raisins if using, and cheese.
• In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients, stirring well.
• Add to broccoli mixture and toss gently.

Now serve this side dishes broccoli salad.