PASTA CHICKEN SALAD 
3 1/2 c. (8 oz.) lg. shell macaroni, uncooked
1 1/2 c. chicken, cooked and cubed
1 1/2 c. fresh broccoli flowerettes
1 1/2 c. fresh cauliflower, chopped
3/4 c. carrots, sliced
1/2 c. green onion, sliced
1/2 c. creamy Italian salad dressing
2 c. (6 oz.) fresh mushrooms, sliced

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Rinse with cold water to cool quickly; drain well. In large bowl, combine cooled pasta with chicken, broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, and green onion. Toss with 1/2 cup salad dressing and mushrooms. Season to taste. 6 servings (1 3/4 cups each). Rainbow or garden style twirls (8 ounces) may be used in place of the large shell macaroni for a more festive appearance.

 

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