Best 2 Secret Pasta Salad Recipes

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SECRET PASTA SALAD



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I clipped this salad recipe from a magazine either "Womans Day" or "Family Circle" in the 80's.

Provided by True Texas

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (7 ounce) elbow macaroni, 2 cups cooked
1/2 cup zucchini, thinly sliced
1/2 cup broccoli floret
1/2 cup salami, thin strips
1/4 cup green onion, sliced
1/4 cup red pepper, chopped
1/4 cup carrot, shredded
1/4 cup ripe olives, pitted
1/4 cup cheddar cheese, thin strips

Steps:

  • Prepare macaroni according to package directions. Drain.
  • Combine all ingredients and toss with Top Secret Dressing.
  • Cover and chill. (stuff into tomatoes if desired.
  • Top Secret Dressing:.
  • 1/2 cup Evaporated Milk, undilluted.
  • 2 to 3 T. vinegar.
  • 2 T. Parmesan cheese, grated.
  • 1/2 cup salad oil.
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoons garlic salt (can use little more).
  • Combine all ingredients in a jar. Cover and Sake well. chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.2, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 3.7, Sodium 64.8, Carbohydrate 21.4, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 1, Protein 4.7

THE BEST CREAMY PASTA SALAD RECIPE



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The absolute BEST Creamy Pasta Salad made with broccoli, cucumbers, olives, cheese, red onion, red pepper, and broccoli then tossed in a sweet and tangy dressing. This is the perfect pasta salad for parties and potlucks!

Provided by Elyse

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package Ditalini pasta (or whatever pasta you have on hand)
1 cup broccoli florets (chopped)
1/2 red onion (minced)
1 red bell pepper (minced)
1 cucumber (diced)
1 (3.8 ounce) can sliced olives (drained)
1 cup block Colby Jack cheese (cubed)
1 cup Mayonnaise
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente. Rinse well with cold water until pasta is cold.
  • Place cooked and cooled pasta in a large mixing or serving bowl.
  • Mix in broccoli florets, red onion, red bell pepper, cucumber, sliced olives and cheese.
  • Whisk together all dressing ingredients and pour over pasta and other ingredients.
  • Gently fold in dressing until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

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