Rita’s Salad

I don’t know who Rita is, but my family likes it when I make this salad when they come over for supper.

1 head lettuce (chopped)

½ pound cheese, shredded (I use cheddar)

Homemade croutons

CROUTONS:

¾ cup butter (melted)

1 tablespoon parsley flakes

¼ teaspoon paprika

½ teaspoon onion salt

Pinch of oregano

12-14 thin slices of bread

Mix spices together and add melted butter. Spread bread with butter mixture; cut into small cubes. Bake at 250 degrees until dry.

DRESSING:

1 cup sugar

¾ cup cooking oil

1 cup mayo

4 tablespoons vinegar

1 teaspoon celery seed

1 teaspoon onion salt

Pinch of garlic salt

Layer lettuce, cheese, and croutons in bowl. Serve with dressing.