The Coulter Kitchen

6 slices of bacon

2 heads of fresh broccoli, chopped

1-1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, chopped

1/2 large red onion, chopped

Dressing:

1/4 cup red wine vinegar

1/8 cup white sugar

2 teaspoons ground black pepper

1 teaspoon salt

2/3 cup mayonnaise

1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Place bacon in a skillet. Cook over medium high heat until crispy. Drain and crumble. In a large bowl, combine broccoli, cheese, bacon and onion. In a small bowl. whisk together the red wine vinegar.sugar, pepper, salt , mayonnaise and lemon juice. Pour dressing over broccoli mixture. Toss. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Yield: 12 servings