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Creamy Pasta Salad

Creamy Pasta Salad: Your Go-To Summer Side Delight

This Creamy Pasta Salad is light, creamy, and satisfying, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces Pasta Noodles (like rotini or shells) Use small shapes for best texture.
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Thaw before use.
  • 6 slices Bacon Crisp up in skillet.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated for a creamy texture.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use a mild variety.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Regular vinegar is an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Omit for less sweetness.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Use minced fresh for more flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Alternatively, use fresh minced onion.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • Whisk

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, approximately 8-10 minutes. Drain and cool.
  2. Cook bacon in a skillet until crisp, about 6-8 minutes. Drain on paper towel.
  3. In a bowl, combine cooled pasta, crumbled bacon, peas, and Parmesan cheese.
  4. Whisk together mayonnaise, olive oil, vinegar, and sugar in another bowl. Add seasonings to taste.
  5. Pour dressing over pasta mixture and toss gently to coat well.
  6. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Before serving, give the salad a stir and garnish with bacon and dressing if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 10gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor. Customize ingredients as desired to suit preferences.

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