3 c. water
1 lb. unpeeled fresh shrimp
16 oz. your favorite pasta
1/2 c. diced celery
1/2 c. ripe olives
1/2 c. fresh mushrooms
1/2 c. sliced water chestnuts
3/4 c. mayonnaise or salad dressing
2 tbsp. sugar (optional)
1 tbsp. vinegar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper

Bring water to boil; add shrimp and return to boil. Reduce heat; simmer 3 to 5 minutes. Drain well; rinse with cold water. Chill. Peel and devein shrimp. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain.

Combine shrimp, pasta and next 4 ingredients. Combine mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper; pour over pasta mixture and toss until coated. Cover salad and chill.

Makes 4 to 6 servings.