Calico Rice Salad

Description
Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

 * 3 cups cooked rice
 * 1 cup thinly sliced celery
 * 1 medium tomato, diced
 * 1/2 cup diced green pepper
 * 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
 * 1/2 cup (2 ounces) diced sharp Cheddar cheese
 * 1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
 * 1/2 teaspoon salt
 * 1/2 teaspoon seasoned pepper
 * Lettuce leaves

Directions
Combine rice, celery, tomato, green pepper, onion and cheese in large bowl. Chill.

When ready to serve, add mayonnaise, salt and seasoned pepper; toss lightly. Serve on lettuce leaves. Or, for a festive touch, pack salad firmly into 6-cup ring mold. Unmold on lettuce leaves.