Ingredients

　　1 head lettuce (any variety), washed, patted dry, and torn into pieces

　　1 cup diced green bell pepper

　　1 cup diced celery

　　1 cup frozen green peas (uncooked)

　　Two 8-ounce cans sliced water chestnuts

　　1 cup fresh chopped mushrooms

　　3 bananas, sliced and tossed in 1/4 cup lemon juice

　　1 cup grated Cheddar cheese

　　3/4 cup raisins

　　3/4 cup chopped nuts (pecans, walnuts, or salted peanuts)

　　3/4 cup chopped green onion with tops

　　10 to 12 slices bacon, crisply cooked

Dressing

　　1/4 cup sugar

　　1 tablespoon white vinegar

　　In a large rectangular dish, layer salad ingredients in order listed, stopping after bananas. Mix dressing ingredients and let stand for 5 minutes. Frost entire top of salad with dressing, covering it completely. Sprinkle layers of cheese, raisins, and nuts (combined), chopped green onion, and bacon. Chill for 3 to 4 hours before serving.

　　Paula Deen's Kitchen Classics