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rivermom
03-09-2007, 03:34 PM
Ok - This looks really good and I'm going to have to try this one too.

It doesn't look the lowest in calories and fat but one is allowed to cheat every now and then right?? :D

Hidden Valley Ranch Crunchy Pea Salad

INGREDIENTS
1 (10 ounce) package frozen petite peas
1 cup celery, diced
1 cup cauliflower, chopped
1 cup cashews, chopped
1/4 cup green onions, diced
1/4 cup crisp-cooked, crumbled bacon*
2 tablespoons pimentos, chopped
3/4 cup Hidden Valley? Original Ranch? Dressing
1/4 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Serves - 6

DIRECTIONS
Rinse peas in hot water (or steam, if fresh); drain. Combine peas, celery, cauliflower, cashews, onions, bacon and pimientos in a large bowl. Whisk together dressing, sour cream and mustard in a small bowl; pour over salad mixture. Toss gently. Chill.

Janet
03-10-2007, 10:49 AM
Sheryl...this sounds sooo good. I'm printing it out and making it soon. I love salads. I especially like that is will be kind of crunchy. I'll let you know what I think of it.

DianaB
03-10-2007, 11:24 AM
This does sound really good! I've been looking for something different to take to an Easter picnic and I think that I'm going to try this one!! Thanks so much for sharing!!

blowry
03-10-2007, 11:29 AM
ooooooo......does that sound yummy!! I love trying different things....I am having Easter at my house again this year....I think I am going to add this to the menu!


Thanks for sharing!

rivermom
03-10-2007, 05:13 PM
Oh gosh, Easter is coming up. Time sure passes by.... This does sound like a great Easter meal salad. I too shall make this one for Easter. Thanks for the idea ladies! :p