DRESSING:

2 c. mayonnaise
1/3 c. grated Parmesan cheese
1 pkg. dry dressing mix (Bleu cheese or Ranch)

Stir together. Layer your favorite salad ingredients in a deep clear glass bowl similar to this order.

BOTTOM:

Lettuce or spinach, torn into bite-size pieces
Carrots, grated
3 bean salad, drained
Pickled beets, sliced and drained
Green onions, chopped

MIDDLE:

Half of the dressing
Another layer of lettuce
English peas, drained
Fresh mushrooms, sliced
Chopped ham, chicken or turkey (if salad is your main dish)
Olives, drained
Boiled eggs, sliced or chopped
Cooked bacon, crumbled
Sharp or med. Cheddar cheese, grated

TOP:

Remainder of dressing
1 can French fried onions

Refrigerate overnight. Any of these ingredients are optional to suit your taste except for the lettuce and dressing. Pasta salad, potato salad or slaw could also be included.