Bacon Pea Salad
July 12, 2023 7:42AM CDT
Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
- 1 (20 ounce) package fresh green peas
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- ½ cup cubed Cheddar cheese
- ⅓ cup chopped onion
Directions
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Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and crumble. Reserve 1 tablespoon bacon grease.
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Whisk mayonnaise, reserved bacon grease, honey, sugar, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until dressing is smooth.
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Mix bacon, peas, celery, Cheddar cheese, and onion together in a bowl. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.