Bacon Pea Salad

Bacon and fresh peas are tossed in a creamy dressing creating a lovely summer salad to bring to picnics.

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4 slices bacon

3/4 cup mayonnaise

1 tablespoon honey

1 tablespoon white sugar

salt and ground black pepper to taste

1 (20 ounce) package fresh green peas

2 stalks celery, chopped

1/2 cup cubed Cheddar cheese

1/3 cup chopped onion

Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and crumble. Reserve 1 tablespoon bacon grease.

Whisk mayonnaise, reserved bacon grease, honey, sugar, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until dressing is smooth.

Mix bacon, peas, celery, Cheddar cheese, and onion together in a bowl. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.

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