Broccoli raisin salad

Broccoli raisin salad is perfect any time of the year but especially in the summer!! #glutenfree #glutenfreerecipes #summersalads #broccolisalad 2 large bunches of Broccoli ½ red onion 4 strips of bacon, cooked and crumbled 1T butter 1 c pecans, chopped or sliced OR sliced almonds OR walnuts OR sunflower seeds 1 c Raisins 4 oz cheddar cheese, shredded Wash broccoli and cut florets into bite-size pieces. Cut onion in half and slice each half into fine slices. Cook and crumble bacon. In a heavy bottomed skillet, melt butter and toast nuts until aromatic, stirring constantly. Set aside to cool. Dressing 1c mayonnaise 1/2 c sugar 3-4 T apple cider vinegar In a lidded jar add dressing ingredients, secure lid and shake vigorously to mix. Let sit to dissolve. Mix other ingredients in a large bowl. Toss with dressing, cover, chill.