Saturday, June 4, 2011

Summer Pasta Salad

Everyone can make pasta salad, I know this, but we happen to love mine :)  My secret: Old Bay seasoning.



2-24 oz boxes of Ronzoni Garden Delight Rotini pasta
1-16oz Kraft Zesty Italian Dressing (possibly a little more if it gets too dry)
1 large broccoli crown, stems cut completely off and chopped into small pieces
1/2 to 3/4 c finely chopped carrots
1 medium cucumber, sliced and cut into quarters
2 tomatoes, chopped
1/2 to 3/4 c shredded cheddar cheese
1 1/2 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
1 tsp black pepper

Cook pasta to al dente (this type of pasta calls for 8 minutes for al dente but I think 7 minutes is enough).  Rinse with cold water to stop cooking.  Combine pasta and vegetables.  Add dressing, mix well.  Add seasonings and cheese. Mix well.  Refrigerate for a few hours before serving.

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