Ingredients

• 2 medium head fresh broccoli, washed and trimmed (do not use frozen)
• 1 cup roasted cashews (or roasted sunflower seeds)
• 1/2 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 3/4 cup good quality mayonnaise (such as Hellman's or Best Foods)
• 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup canned mandarin orange segments, chopped and drained (or raisins)
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 3 tablespoons cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Optional

• 1 1/4 cups grated mozzarella cheese (optional)