1 package frozen peas blanched, cooled, drained and dry

1 head of romaine lettuce torn in pieces and placed on the bottom of a glass bowl

1 cucumber sliced and placed over the lettuce

1 can of sliced water chestnuts placed over the cucumbers

1 small red onion chopped and spread over the water chestnuts then place the peas over the layer of onion.

1 and 3/4 cup Light Miracle Whip dressing spread over the peas

1 teaspoon sugar sprinkled over the Miracle Whip

1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese sprinkled over the dressing

Make this salad the night before or at least 4 hours ahead and place in the refrigerator.

Before you serve it, you can garnish it with:

Tomato wedges

chopped bacon

To serve, spoon down through the layers so that each serving has some of each layer.