This simple-to-throw-together pasta salad is not only a crowd-pleaser but can also simplify party planning because its major componants can be made a day or two in advance.
Pesto Pasta Salad
Recipe By Norene Gilletz
- Cooking and Prep: 2 h 20 m
- Serves: 10
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Contains:
Ingredients (12)
Salad
Dressing
Start Cooking
Prepare the Salad
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Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain well. (Pasta can be made in advance and refrigerated for a day or two.)
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Cook vegetables according to package directions. Let cool. (Veggies can be cooked in advance and refrigerated.)
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In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and mix well. Adjust seasonings to taste.
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Chill at least two or three hours or overnight to allow flavors to blend.
Note:
Do not freeze.
Variation:
If you don’t have pesto on hand, add 2 cloves of freshly crushed garlic and 3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese. For a parve version, omit the cheese.
