Corn & Jalapeno Salad

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1 Pkg. Frozen whole kernel corn (almost thawed) (2 lb)

6-8 slices fried bacon (crispy & crumbled)

fresh garlic cloves 2-3 (more if you like garlic)

2-3 chopped fresh jalapeno peppers (with membrane and seed removed)

chopped olives (optional- black or green either one)

2-3 stems of chopped green onions

1 C grated colby/jack cheese (marbled)

Original Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing

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In large mixing bowl combine all chopped vegetables with corn. Stir in

enough dressing to coat vegetables well. ( I use almost half a bottle.) Then

stir in grated cheese and crumble bacon on top. If you are going to serve

immediately, let corn thaw completely. When I have to travel for a few

hours to get to a family reunion I usually mix the salad with the corn

slightly thawed so it will still be cold when I get to my destination. A This is

a good alternative to potato salad at cook-outs!! Easily increased.

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