Creamy Crunchy Bacon Pea Salad

Ingredients

• 4 cups of fresh or frozen peas (thawed if frozen)
• 6 slices of crispy bacon, chopped
• 1 cup of celery, finely chopped
• 1 cup of red onion, finely diced
• 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup of roasted sunflower seeds or chopped nuts
• 1 cup of mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup of sour cream
• 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon of sugar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate.
2. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, and sugar. Whisk until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. In a large mixing bowl, add thawed peas, celery, red onion, and cheddar cheese. Toss gently to mix.
4. Pour the creamy dressing over the salad mixture. Fold until well coated.
5. Gently fold in the crispy bacon and sunflower seeds or nuts.
6. Cover and refrigerate for at least two hours before serving.

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