Anselma's Broccoli Salad

2 to 3 heads broccoli, flowerets only
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 cup cashews
1/4 c. raisins
1/4 c. bacon bits
1 small red onion, chopped

Dressing:
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 c. red wine vinegar
1/4 c. sugar

Whisk together the dressing ingredients, then pour over the salad ingredients. Gently mix and toss everything together. Chill for an hour or longer. Serve.

I was just working on my grocery list for my contributions to Thanksgiving dinner and thought I'd share this recipe, one of our long-time favorites.

This recipe came from a church friend many years ago. It's one of my husband's tried and true, never fails to please, all-time favorites. I don't make it often enough! It will be on our family's Thanksgiving table this year for sure. I'm thinking about substituting sunflower nuts for the cashews this time; it just sounds really good.

There are many similar recipes around. Do you have one? What substitutions do you make? Leave me a comment - I'd love to hear about it!