2 cups fresh green beans, trimmed
1 (15 oz can) pinto beans, drained, rinsed
2 (15 oz cans) great northern beans, drained, rinsed
1 (15 oz can) red kidney beans, drained, rinsed
3/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup bacon bits
6 oz cubed white cheddar cheese
2 oz shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup oil
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 tsp. dried Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp. sugar
1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
salt and pepper, to taste

In a large steamer basket or in microwave, steam green beans until crisp-tender.

In a large bowl, combine all canned beans, onion, bacon bits, and cheese cubes. In another bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, Italian seasoning, sugar, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper to taste. Pour over bean mix and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Sprinkle with shredded cheese just before serving.

Submitted by: Sherry Monfils