Ingredients:

Salad:

• 5 cups FRESH broccoli florets, cut into small pieces
• 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 pound cooked, crumbled bacon
• 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
• 1 cup dried cranberries

Dressing:

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions:

Combine all salad ingredients in a large mixing bowl; mix well. Combine dressing ingredients in a small mixing bowl. Mix until thoroughly combined using a fork or wire whisk. Add dressing to salad and mix well. Refrigerate 1 hour. Makes 8 servings.