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Creamy Pasta Salad

Creamy Pasta Salad That's Perfect for Any Potluck Gathering

Creamy Pasta Salad is a delicious dish perfect for any gathering with its rich flavors and customizable ingredients.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 2 cups Small Pasta Noodles Use elbow or bowtie for best texture.
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Thawed.
For the Flavor Boosters
  • 6 slices Thick Cut Bacon Cooked and chopped.
  • 1 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper To taste.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Thaw the frozen peas and cook the bacon until crispy, then crumble it into pieces.
  3. Whisk together mayonnaise, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, peas, crumbled bacon, and Parmesan. Gently fold together.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad and mix gently to coat all ingredients.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Add extra dressing before serving and use fresh ingredients for better flavor.

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