Classic Eight-layer Salad

(from a highly recommended cookbook called Delicious Heritage out of Louisiana)

1 head iceberg lettuce
1 cup chopped celery
4 boiled eggs, chopped
1/2 cup grated carrots
1 small onion, diced fine
1/2 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas
3 cups mayonnaise
1 tbl sugar
8 ounces Cheddar cheese, grated
3/4 pound cooked bacon, crumbled

Layer first six ingredients in order in glass bowl. Top with mayonnaise, sprinkle with sugar, cheese and bacon. Cover and let refrigerate for 24 hours.