CHEDDAR WALDORF SALAD

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Wherever I take this one-of-a-kind salad, people eat it until it's gone. I got the original recipe from my mother-in-law and adapted it to fit my tastes. My fondness for cheese and cranberries prompted my to toss them into the delicious mix.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 large Red Delicious apples, cubed
2 large Golden Delicious apples, cubed
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons sugar, divided
1/4 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the apples and pecans. Combine mayonnaise and 2 tablespoons sugar; add to apple mixture and mix well. Combine cranberries and remaining sugar; sprinkle over apple mixture. Top with cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 59mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.