This broccoli salad with bacon and cheese recipe is from my mother-in-law Martie. It is always a crowd pleaser at family events and church picnics. The combination of bacon, cheese, and raisins gives it a sweet and salty taste.
Preparation Details
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 1 pound bacon
- 1 head broccoli, or more to taste
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 1 cup golden raisins
- 1 (8 ounce) package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
Steps
- Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels until cool enough to handle, about 5 minutes. Crumble into a small bowl.
- Cut broccoli into florets, dice stems, add florets and stems to a large bowl. Stir in onion. Add raisins and Cheddar cheese. Stir in crumbled bacon.
- Combine mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar in a small bowl; pour over broccoli mixture. Stir until completely coated. Refrigerate before serving, about 1 hour.
