Shelly's Recipe

*CREAMY BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER SALAD*

Category: Salad

5 cups broccoli florets
5 cups cauliflower florets
2 cups finely diced cheddar cheese or 1 cup coarsely grated cheddar cheese (or use cheese of choice)
1 small red onion, chopped
1/2 cup Craisins or raisins

Fresh ground black pepper, optional
5-6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/3 cup sunflower seeds

Dressing:
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sugar
2 tbsp cider vinegar or red wine vinegar
1/2 tsp garlic powder (garlic lovers can use more)

In a large bowl toss together the broccoli and cauliflower florets with cubed cheese, onion and Craisins or raisins.

In another bowl whisk the mayonnaise with sugar, vinegar and garlic powder; pour over salad and toss to coat. Season with black pepper if desired. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. Before serving sprinkle with chopped bacon and sunflower seeds. Servings 10-12