Fijian Broccoli Salad

Ingredients

 * 2 bunches Broccoli
 * 1 tablespoon cooking oil
 * 6 slices Bacon
 * 1/2 small red onion, chopped fine
 * 1 cup Raisins

Directions

 * 1) Cut off the Broccoli heads, and separate into small florets.
 * 2) Steam in a microwave for four minutes. Bite a piece.
 * 3) It should be crispy-tender and bright green.
 * 4) Microwave for 1 minute at a time for 1 or 2 minutes more if required.
 * 5) Dump immediately into icy cold water to stop the cooking process.
 * 6) Remove into a colander and set aside to drain.
 * 7) Put cooking oil in a skillet.
 * 8) Chop Bacon into tiny cubes and sauté on medium heat until crispy.
 * 9) Drain and spread onto a paper towel to blot grease.
 * 10) Make up the dressing.
 * 11) Add the chopped Onion, crumbled Bacon and Raisins to the dressing and mix well.
 * 12) If you have a salad strainer, spin Broccoli to remove more water.
 * 13) Place Broccoli in a bowl, pour dressing over it and mix lightly.
 * 14) Refrigerate for 3 hours or more to chill and develop the flavors.
 * 15) This salad will keep well in the refrigerator for three days.