Rotini Salad
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Rotini Salad
YIELD Makes 8 to 10 servings
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INGREDIENTS
| 10 | ounces rotini |
| 2 | to 3 stalks broccoli |
| 1 | can (6 ounces) small pitted ripe olives, drained |
| 10 | to 12 cherry tomatoes, cut into halves |
| 1/2 | medium red onion, thinly sliced |
| 1/2 | cup Italian salad dressing |
| 1 | to 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese |
| Black pepper | |
| Carrot strips for garnish | |
PREPARATION:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain in colander. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.
- Trim and peel broccoli stalks into 1-inch pieces. Cut broccoli into florets.
- To cook broccoli, bring 1 quart lightly salted water to a boil in 2-quart saucepan over high heat. Immediately add broccoli; return to a boil. Continue boiling, uncovered, 3 to 5 minutes until bright green and tender. Drain broccoli; rinse under cold water and drain thoroughly.
- Combine pasta, broccoli, olives, tomatoes, onion and salad dressing in large bowl. Stir in cheese. Season to taste with pepper. Toss gently to coat.
- Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours. Garnish with carrot strips.
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