With crunchy greens, juicy tomatoes, tender peas, cheddar cheese, plenty of bacon and eggs, and a bright, smoky dressing, this salad delivers more than you might be expecting.
6-8ouncesfrozen peaspartially thawed, about 1½ cups
Dressing Ingredients
¼cupsour cream
¼cupmayonnaise
1½teaspoonssugar
2tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1tablespoonwarm bacon grease
Instructions
In a large bowl, layer the lettuce, spinach, salt and pepper, eggs, bacon, tomatoes, onions, cheese, and peas.
Stir together the sour cream, mayonnaise, sugar, lemon juice, and bacon grease. Spread the dressing in a thin layer over the peas.
Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Toss well, just before serving.
Notes
The salad can be assembled up to 24 hours in advance, making it perfect for busy summer nights. Layer it together in the morning, top with the dressing, cover, and refrigerate. Toss the salad with the dressing just before serving.