SALMON PASTA SALAD 
1 c. poached salmon or 7.5 oz. can of salmon
3 c. cooked shell macaroni, drained and cooled
1/2 c. Provolone or Mozzarella cheese, grated
1/2 c. minced parsley
Lettuce
Tomato wedges
Grated Parmesan cheese

Drain salmon, reserving 1 tablespoon liquid; break into chunks. Combine with macaroni, Provolone (or Mozzarella) cheese and parsley in large bowl; add Lemon Dressing and toss lightly. Serve with lettuce, tomatoes, Parmesan cheese and crackers or garlic bread.

LEMON DRESSING:

1/2 c. olive oil
2 tbsp. lemon juice
1 tbsp. reserved salmon liquid
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp. salt (optional)
1/2 tsp. dill weed
1/2 tsp. grated lemon peel
Pepper to taste
1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese

Combine all ingredients except Parmesan cheese. Mix well. Add cheese.

Makes approximately 3/4 cup.

 

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