This colorful salad blends the flavor and texture of five beans.

Five-Bean Salad

1 (16-ounce) can green beans, drained well
1 (16-ounce) can yellow wax beans, drained well
1 (16-ounce) can kidney beans, drained well
1 (8-ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained well
1 (8-ounce) can small lima beans, drained well
1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/2 cup sliced red onion
1 small jar chopped pimentos
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup vegetable oil

1. Gently mix vegetables. Combine sugar, vinegar, and oil; mix until sugar dissolves. Add to vegetables and mix until well coated.
2. Let salad stand several hours to let flavors blend.

Makes 12 servings.