A FAMILY FAVORITE - PASTA SALAD 
Recipe is a "guesstimate" - add more or less as desired for taste or for the number of people you're feeding!

1 lb. rotini (the spiral pasta)
1 green bell pepper
1 red bell pepper
1 small onion (whatever kind you like)
1 lb. pepperoni (pre-sliced or you can slice it yourself)
Italian dressing (you can buy the bottle or make "good seasonings dressing with whatever vinegar you prefer)
1 lb. pepper jack cheese (you might not use all)
1 lb. sharp cheddar cheese (again, you might not use all)
*sliced black olives (if you like them)

1. Start cooking the rotini according to the package

2. While rotini is cooking, slice your peppers and onions into about 1/2-inch by 1/2-inch squares (or whatever you consider to be "bite size")

3. Cut your pepperoni. If your pepperoni is 'pre-sliced' (only about 1-inch in diameter), just cut them in half. If your pepperoni is from the deli (large, about 2-inches in diameter) cut them into quarters.

4. Next, cube your cheese into 'bite size' pieces.

5. When your rotini is done cooking, DRAIN and RINSE with cold water. Then transfer to a large serving bowl.

6. Add your onions, peppers, pepperoni and cheese to the pasta and start tossing with your Italian dressing. Start off by adding small amounts of dressing, then more to taste.

7. Eat or put into fridge to chill (I always put it in the fridge, but if you need it right away, go ahead and eat!)

ENJOY!

Submitted by: Erin Martin

recipe reviews
A Family Favorite - Pasta Salad
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 Jeanne says:
Great recipe! Thanks so much for sharing it, Erin.
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 Jackie (New York) says:
This is a favorite in my family now too! My husband always asks me to make it (we don't use the olives as we're not olive fans). I usually make it with Good Seasons Italian.

Thanks for a great recipe!
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 Kim (Florida) says:
Can't wait to try this! Planning on adding grilled chicken.
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 Gladys (South Carolina) says:
I added a little cut up broccoli and carrots to take to a church gathering.. very good! Thanks Erin!
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 Josey (Minnesota) says:
wow great!!
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 Dee (Texas) says:
My recipe has tomatoes as well. Good choice with the pepper jack cheese.
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 Roseann (California) says:
This salad is to die for. Perfect for a baby shower or just for at home. Loved it!
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 Chefblueyez (Arizona) says:
Is it okay, to add, a little bit, of mayo, to the pasta salad???
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 Deelaem (North Carolina) says:
This a great dinner salad for hot summer nights.
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 Phyllis (Virginia) says:
Try fixing this with CM's recipe Italian Dressing or Marinade. (Lock the door - and do not answer if anyone knocks.)

 

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