Author Notes
My sister in law Lee used to make this for family get togethers, and I have always loved it. it has the sweet and tangy from the dressing, the salty from the bacon, and the crunchy from the broccoli. —jane mcmillan
Ingredients
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1/3 cup
raisins
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1 cup
boiling water
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6
slices bacon
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2
large heads broccoli
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1
small red onion
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1 1/2 cups
mayonnaise
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1/2 cup
sugar
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3 tablespoons
red wine vinegar
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1/2 teaspoon
salt and pepper, or to taste
Directions
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Put raisins in a small deep bowl, and pour boiling water over them to hydrate them while preparing salad.
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Fry bacon til crisp, drain on paper towels and crumble.
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Wash broccoili, pat dry, and cut into small florets.
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Drain the raisins well and place in a large bowl, add the broccoli and crumbled bacon.
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Peel and slice the red onion into thin rings, and place in the bowl with the broccoli.
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Make the dressing by wisking together the mayo, sugar, vinegar and salt and pepper. Wisk well to dissolve the sugar.
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Pour the dressing over the broccoli mixture, and toss to coat well.
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Cover and refrigerate until ready to take to picnic.
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