Classic Rice Salad

Description
Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

 * 3 cups cooked rice, cooled
 * 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
 * 1/2 cup chopped sweet pickles
 * 1 teaspoon salt
 * 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
 * 1 cup mayonnaise
 * 1 teaspoon prepared mustard
 * 1 2-ounce jar pimientos, diced (1/4 cup)
 * 4 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
 * Lettuce leaves (optional)

Directions
Blend rice, onion, pickles, salt, pepper, mayonnaise, mustard, pimientos and hard-cooked eggs thoroughly. Chill. Serve on lettuce leaves, if desired.