2 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen peas
1 c. roasted peanuts
1 c. bacon pieces (or ham)
3 c. cooked pasta (shells or corkscrews)
Italian dressing
Onion powder to taste

Rinse peas under cold water until completely thawed but not cooked. Combine with meat, peanuts and pasta. Add Italian dressing and onion powder to taste. Chill for 1/2 to 1 hour before serving.