Ingredients:

  • 16 oz frozen peas, thawed and drained
  • 6 oz sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
  • 1/3 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Cook bacon slices in a skillet until mahogany-colored and crisp, then allow them to cool completely. Dice the sharp cheddar into small, uniform cubes and finely mince the red onion.
  2. In a small whisking bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Whisk vigorously until the mixture is smooth and the sugar has dissolved.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the thawed and drained peas, cubed cheddar cheese, and diced red onion.
  4. Pour the creamy dressing over the pea mixture and use a silicone spatula to gently fold the ingredients together.
  5. Gently fold in the crumbled bacon last to maintain crispness.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and the salad to chill before serving.