1 head lettuce, torn in bite sized pieces
1/2 c. chopped onions
1/2 c. chopped celery
1/2 to 1 c. of fresh bean sprouts
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen green peas, small size
1 1/2 c. mayonnaise
1 tbsp. sugar
2 lg. tomatoes, sliced
4 hard cooked eggs, sliced
6 slices of bacon, cut in bite sized pieces and cooked
1 can (5 oz.) water chestnuts, drained and sliced

In a large glass salad bowl, make an even layer of lettuce. Mix onions, celery and bean sprouts and sprinkle over. Sprinkle water chestnuts, then unthawed peas, over. Spread mayonnaise evenly over top and sprinkle with sugar. Refrigerate overnight. The next day, layer ingredients over mayonnaise. Sprinkle grated American or Cheddar cheese over top. Makes 12 servings.