Monterey Pinto Salad

Contributor:  Mildred Snelders
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"I'm always looking for different salads--especially in the summer!  I use it for a meat substitute quite often."

Combine;
1 15 oz can pinto beans, drained
4 oz Monterey Jack, cut into 1 x 1/4 x 1/4" strips
1/3 - 1/2 cup sliced celery

Toss lightly.

In separate bowl, combine:

1/2 cup picante sauce
2 T vegetable oil
3 tsp red wine vinegar

Pour over bean mixture, toss lightly, cover and chill.  To serve, arrange on lettuce leaf, garnish with avocado slices and sprinkle crisply cooked bacon on top.  May also add additiona picante sauce.  Makes 4 cups of salad.

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