SPICY PASTA SALAD WITH SMOKED GOUDA, TOMATOES, AND BASIL

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SPICY PASTA SALAD WITH SMOKED GOUDA, TOMATOES, AND BASIL image

Categories     Salad     Pasta

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

■12 ounces, weight Mostaccioli
■1/2 cup Mayonnaise
■1/4 cup Whole Milk
■4 Tablespoons White Vinegar
■1-1/2 teaspoon Adobo Sauce From Chipotle Peppers (or One Minced Chipotle Pepper)
■1/2 teaspoon Salt
■Ground Black Pepper To Taste
■10 ounces, weight Grape Tomatoes, Halved Lengthwise
■1/2 pound Smoked Gouda Cheese, Cut Into Small Cubes
■24 whole Basil Leaves (chiffonade)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta until done. Drain and rinse in cold water until no longer hot. Set aside. Mix mayonnaise, milk, vinegar, salt, pepper, and adobo in a small bowl. In a large bowl, stir together pasta, dressing, halved tomatoes, and cubed Gouda. Taste for seasonings, adding more salt and pepper if needed, and even an extra teaspoons or two of vinegar if necessary. Stir in basil at the end. Refrigerate for a couple of hours before serving. Divine.

Mali Syamthnd
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Wow! This pasta salad is amazing. The flavors are incredible and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Ruwayne Sysaar
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This pasta salad is so good! The dressing is flavorful and the combination of ingredients is perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Ghumanaffi
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I'm always looking for new pasta salad recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. It's easy to make, flavorful, and a crowd-pleaser.


Rajam 125
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover pasta. I always have some leftover pasta in my fridge, and this is a great way to turn it into a delicious meal.


Nelson Khumalo (Mbulazi)
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I love the combination of flavors in this pasta salad. The spicy dressing, smoky gouda, and fresh tomatoes and basil are a perfect match.


Razz Khatri
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This pasta salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It's easy to transport and serve, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Riah Xoli
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I'm not a huge fan of spicy food, but this pasta salad was just the right amount of spicy. The smoked gouda and tomatoes helped to balance out the heat.


Harry Mulbah
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This pasta salad is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the night before a party and it was even better the next day. The flavors had time to meld and the pasta salad was even more flavorful.


Laytol Cayrus
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The pasta was cooked perfectly and the dressing was flavorful. I especially liked the addition of the smoked gouda and tomatoes.


MD Ibrahim
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My family loved this pasta salad! It was easy to make and had a great flavor. The smoked gouda added a nice touch of smokiness, and the tomatoes and basil were a refreshing addition.


Julius Jabez
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This pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck! The combination of spicy and smoky flavors was perfect, and the tomatoes and basil added a refreshing brightness. I'll definitely be making this again.