Our Classic Layered Summer Salad

Our Classic Layered Summer Salad - adapted from Kraft Foods

8 cups chopped lettuce
1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 cups tomatoes, chopped
2 cups frozen peas, thawed
1 pkg (6 oz) chopped ham
8 slices of bacon, crumbled
1 cup mayo
1/4 cup parmesan
1 Tbsp sugar

Layer salad in large clear bowl lettuce, 1 cup cheese, tomatoes, peas, ham and 1/2 bacon.

In a medium bowl mix, parmesan and sugar. Spread mix over salad to seal in flavors; cover. Refrigerate for several hours or overnight.

Sprinkle with remaining cheese and bacon just before serving. Makes 12 servings, 1 cup each.

Spinach and Strawberry Salad

Spinach and Strawberry Salad

2 bunches spinach, rinsed and torn into bite size pieces
4 cups strawberries
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 tsp paprika
2 Tbsp sesame seeds
1 Tbsp poppy seeds

In a large bowl, toss together the spinach and strawberries.

In a medium bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, sugar, paprika, sesame seeds and poppy seeds. Pour over the spinach and strawberries. Toss to coat. Serves 6.