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Old fashioned pea salad

Old Fashioned Pea Salad with Bacon

This old fashioned pea salad with bacon is a creamy, classic side dish made with frozen peas, cheddar cheese, and a simple homemade dressing. Perfect for potlucks, holidays, and easy family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Side Dish
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 16 ouce bag frozen green peas
  • 1 ¼ cup mayonnaise up to 1 ⅓ cups to taste
  • 1-1 1/12 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 1-2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 small red onion finely chopped
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

Method
 

  1. Place frozen peas in a colander and let sit at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes until slightly thawed but still cold.
  2. In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Stir in chopped red onion, shredded cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon.
  4. Gently fold in peas until coated. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  • Add extra mayonnaise after chilling if needed for creaminess
  • For extra crunch, add ½ cup diced celery
  • Can be made up to 2 days in advance
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator

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