7-Layer Salad
     submitted by Cathy Lam

This is a really great salad to bring to a potluck - make the day before.

1 head of iceberg lettuce, shredded
1 cup celery, diced
1 large green pepper, diced
1 cup green onions, diced
1 bag frozen sweet peas, uncooked
8 oz. can sliced water chestnuts
8 oz. grated sharp cheddar cheese

Dressing:
2 cups mayonnaise
2 tbsp. sugar
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. salt

Topping:
8 slices cooked bacon, chopped
2 hard-boiled eggs, diced

In a 9" x 13" glass baking dish, spread a full layer of each of the first seven ingredients in the order listed. Mix dressing ingredients together, and spread over top of salad completely. Cover tightly with saran wrap and refrigerate overnight. When ready to serve, sprinkle with bacon bits and chopped egg.