Vegetable Mixed Salad

Ingredients:

1. 1 package (10 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables
2. 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
3. 1/2 cup chopped celery
4. 1/2 cup chopped onion
5. 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
6. 3/4 cup sugar
7. 1/2 cup vinegar
8. 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Direction:

Cook the mixed vegetables on the stove or in the microwave until crisp-tender. Drain; place in a large bowl. Add kidney beans, celery, onion and green pepper. In a saucepan over medium heat, bring sugar, vinegar and cornstarch to a boil, stirring constantly, until thickened. Cool slightly. Pour over vegetables and toss. Refrigerate. Yield: 8 servings.

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. + cooling

MAKES: 8 servings