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Monday, August 10, 2009

Pasta Salad Italian

1 lb. bow-tie pasta
1/2 to 3/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette dressing
1/4 cup mayo
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 4 oz. can sliced mushrooms, drained
1 can olives, sliced
1/3 cup diced green bell pepper
1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tbls. chopped fresh basil, or dried basil
2 cups (8 oz.) crumbled feta cheese

Boil pasta and drain. Whisk together vinaigrette and mayo. Add tomatoes, mushrooms, olives, green pepper, onion, and basil. Pour dressing over pasta and toss. Sprinkle in feta cheese and toss lightly.

Serves 6