7 Layer Salad

1 head lettuce, shredded              1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen green peas
1 cup chopped bell pepper            1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup chopped onion                     3 tablespoons sugar
1 cup chopped celery                    2 cups grated cheese
*1 can water chestnuts, chopped (optional)

Layer in the following order:  lettuce, bell pepper, onion, celery, chestnuts.   (I usually chopped all the this and mix well and then spread over lettuce).  Add frozen peas on top on this.   Mix mayo and sugar in bowl and spread over the top.    Then cover with grated cheese.    Sprinkle with bacon bits if desired.   

Bells Best (Yellow Book)