ITALIAN PASTA SALAD WITH PEPPERONI

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From the very first bite, young and old alike will savor this salad from Evelyn Harrington of Glens Falls, New York-and then come back for more! "Feel free to prepare it in advance," Evelyn advises. "Then, before serving, all you need to do is toss it with the dressing and cheeses."-Evelyn Harrington, Glens Falls, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12-16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (16 ounces) shell macaroni
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 large tomato, chopped
4 to 6 green onions, sliced
1 can (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2-1/2 ounces sliced pepperoni, halved
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 bottle (8 ounces) Italian salad dressing
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and cool. Place in a large bowl; add the next seven ingredients and toss. Add garlic, oregano, salt and pepper; toss. Refrigerate. Just before serving, add dressing and cheeses; toss.

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Venweraaooo 2009
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This pasta salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.


Mohamad Rahahla
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I'm not a huge fan of pasta salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the pepperoni and vegetables add a nice touch.


Luc Lucien
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This pasta salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Romeah Rathnayka
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I'm always looking for healthy and delicious pasta salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's packed with fresh vegetables and lean protein.


Nicky Drummond
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This pasta salad is perfect for summer picnics and potlucks. It's always a hit with my friends and family.


Semefa Lord
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different types of pasta, vegetables, and dressings, and it's always delicious.


Alishah Haider
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This pasta salad is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day.


Aamir King
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my pasta salad turned out really dry. I think I might have added too much dressing.


Damian Guevara
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The pasta was overcooked and the vegetables were mushy.


Laura McSorley
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This pasta salad was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I would have liked it better with a more flavorful dressing.


Raiden savage
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This pasta salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors.


patel Museka
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I'm always looking for new pasta salad recipes, and this one definitely didn't disappoint. The pepperoni added a nice savory flavor, and the vegetables were perfectly crisp.


Awais Ali
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This recipe was a lifesaver for my busy weeknight meal planning. It was quick and easy to make, and my family loved it.


Bobby Vela
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Yum!


Tanka Maya
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This pasta salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand. It's also a great way to use up leftover pepperoni.


ROTINOH ROTICH
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the pepperoni and vegetables added a nice touch. I'll definitely be making this again!


Mshankhan Khan
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This pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors and textures. The pepperoni added a nice spicy kick, and the vegetables were fresh and crisp.