Layered Overnight Salad

My grandmother makes a version of this salad but I couldn't find her recipe. She adds at least a cup of shredded cheese over the layer of mayonnaise so you may want to try that if you love cheese. It's also worth noting that I cooked the eggs according to these instructions and they did not turn out hard boiled as I expected. This meant I couldn't peel the eggs so I didn't even bother putting them on. The salad was fine without them and my friends really enjoyed it. I served 7 people and still had leftovers.

This is a great recipe if you are entertaining because you can make it the night before and have one less dish to make the day of your event or gathering. Serves at least 8.

Ingredients:

• 4 eggs (hard boiled)
• 1 head lettuce, torn into small pieces
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts
• 1 (16 ounce) package frozen green peas
• 2 cups mayonnaise
• 2 teaspoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 pound bacon - cooked and crumbled (I only used 4 pieces of bacon)
• 1 large tomato, chopped

Preparations:

1. Place eggs in a large saucepan and completely cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cover and remove from heat. Let stand for 12 minutes. Remove eggs and chill.
2. In a 9x13 inch dish, layer the lettuce, onion, water chestnuts and peas.
3. In a medium bowl combine the mayonnaise, sugar, seasoned salt and garlic powder. Mix until smooth. Spread over the top evenly over the top of the peas. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
4. Peel and chop hard cooked eggs.
5. Remove salad from refrigerator and top with the bacon, eggs and tomato. Serve.