Colorful Overnight Salad
serves 6

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Colorful Overnight Salad
Don't let the simplicity of this salad fool you. Each I make it everyone loves it. This is one of those recipes you will use time and again especially for guests. It really does need to be made the night before for best results.
1 chopped small head romaine lettuce (about 5-6 cups)
1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (preferably red or orange)
1 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped purple onion
1/2 cup frozen peas
3/4 cup light mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 cup (about 4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese 
2 chopped hardboiled eggs
3/4 cup chopped cooked pancetta
  1. In a large glass bowl, evenly layer all of the above ingredients in order except the pancetta and eggs.
  2. Tightly cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
  3. Before serving, add the pancetta and the eggs.
  4. Toss before serving.
Calories 250,  Fat 18.7g,  Cholesterol 12.6g,  Sodium 424mg,  
Carbohydrates 12.6g,  Dietary Fiber 1.8g,  Sugars 5.1g,  Protein 9.1g