The Best Ever Broccoli Salad with Dried Cranberries

April 01, 2013

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Have you ever tried the broccoli salads from the grocery store? While they may be good, they sure are expensive. It is much more economical to make your own. It is fresher, tastes better and you can make much much more of it. Freshly grated cheese is an important feature in this recipe. The taste and texture is much better than the shredded cheese from the grocery store.

2 heads fresh broccoli (not frozen), about 8 cups
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
1/2 pound bacon, cut into small pieces
1 1/2 cups freshly grated cheddar cheese
1/2 to 3/4 cup of dried cranberries (However much you want, you can sub raisins as well)
2 1/2 tablespoons vinegar
1 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup sugar

1. Chop bacon into bite-sized pieces and cook to desired crispness. Drain on paper towels. 2. Chop broccoli florets into bite-size pieces. Combine broccoli, bacon, onions, cheddar cheese and dried...
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Nutritions

Calories
112

Sodium
191mg
7% DV

Fat
4g
7% DV

Protein
6g
13% DV

Carbs
11g
3% DV

Fiber
1g
4% DV