3 (15 oz) cans English peas, drained

1 bell pepper, chopped

1/2 purple onion, chopped (optional)

1 c mayonnaise

1 c sour cream

1 (1 oz) pkg ranch dressing mix

shredded cheddar cheese

bacon bits

Combine peas, bell pepper, and onion. Mix mayo and sour cream with ranch dressing mix. Combine dressing with peas and mix well. Just before serving, toss with cheese and bacon bits; serve on lettuce leaves.

NOTE: INTERESTING TO ADD CHOPPED FRESH TOMATOES, AND A FEW CHOPPED BOILED EGGS.