Parmesan Vegetable Toss

4 cups bite-size broccoli florets
4 cups bite-size cauliflower florets
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup sugar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon basil leaves
1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced separated into rings
2 cups mayonnaise or salad dressing
1 lb. bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled
1 large head lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
2 cups seasoned croutons
8-oz. Can sliced-water chestnuts, drained

In large bowl, combine broccoli, cauliflower and onion. In small bowl, combine cheese, sugar, salt, basil and mayonnaise; mix well. Add dressing to vegetables: toss gently, Refrigerate several hours or overnight. Just before serving, add bacon, lettuce, croutons and water chestnuts; toss lightly. 20 to 24 servings.

Submitted by: Vicki