This broccoli salad is often served at potlucks.
Total Time
Overnight
Servings
12
7–8 cups (700–800 g / 1.5–1.8 lb) broccoli florets
7–8 slices of crisp fried bacon, crumbled (smoked bacon works well)
1 red or sweet onion, chopped (Vidalia are recommended)
1 apple, chopped (optional)
1 cup (80 g / 2.8 oz) raisins, plumped in boiling water
1 cup (250 g / 8.8 oz) mayonnaise
½ cup (110 g / 3.9 oz) granulated sugar (or equivalent artificial sweetener)
½ cup (40 g / 1.4 oz) pecans or sunflower seeds
dash of cider vinegar or lemon juice
Whisk mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar together.s
Mix remaining ingredients and combine completely in a large bowl.
Cover.
Cool in the refrigerator overnight before serving.