CARMEL’S CRUNCHY PEA SALAD

CARMEL’S CRUNCHY PEA SALAD
"Cashews and crumbled bacon makes the crunch in this salad"

8 slices bacon
1 (10-oz.) package frozen green peas, thawed and drained
½ cup chopped celery
½ cup chopped green onions
2/3 cup sour cream
1 cup chopped cashews
salt and pepper to taste

Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until evenly browned. Drain, crumble and set aside.

In a medium bowl, combine the peas, celery, scallions and sour cream. Toss gently to mix.

Just before serving, stir in cashews and bacon into salad. Season with salt and pepper.

Yield: 6 servings.