Popcorn Salad

Ingredients

• 10 slices bacon
• ¾ cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup diced celery
• 1 ¼ cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
• 1 (8 oz) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
• ¼ cup shredded carrots
• 2 Tbs minced fresh chives
• 6 cups popped popcorn

Directions

1. Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.

1. In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, celery, 1 cup of the cheese, water chestnuts, 1/2 cup bacon, carrots and chives. Mix well. Add popcorn and stir to coat. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and bacon and serve immediately.