3 c. cooked tri-colored rotini noodles
1/4 c. Italian dressing
3/4 c. red pepper strips
1/2 c. sliced carrot
1/4 c. green onions
1 (14 oz.) can artichoke hearts
1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp. dried whole basil
1/4 tsp. ground pepper
1/4 c. Italian salad dressing

Combine rotini and 1/4 cup salad dressing; toss gently. Cover and chill. Combine red pepper strips and remaining ingredients; add rotini and toss gently. Serve chilled. Yield: 5 cups (121 calories per 1 cup serving).