Categories: Cold Side Dishes

Ingredients

• 8 ounces bacon
• Salt
• 5 cups small broccoli florets
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
• 1/3 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 3/4 cup dried cranberries, cherries, or raisins
• 1/2 cup sunflower kernels

Directions

1. Cut the bacon into small pieces and cook over medium heat just until crisp; drain on paper towels.

2. Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil.

3. Add the broccoli and blanch until bright green and slightly softened, about 3 minutes.

4. Drain well.

5. Run under cold water to stop the cooking, and drain again.

6. In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, vinegar, onion, sugar and dried fruit of your choice.

7. Add the broccoli and toss the coat with the dressing.

8. Refrigerate for 1 hour.

9. Just before servings, fold in the sunflower kernels and the bacon pieces.

10. Serve immediately.

Email to a friend | Print this recipe | Back