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    SALAD:SANTA FE PASTA SALAD


    Source of Recipe


    suzyjune

    List of Ingredients




    1 package rotini pasta 16 oz.
    4 quarts water

    Dressing
    1 1/4 cups spicy V-8 juice
    1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
    1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
    1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
    3/4 teaspoon paprika
    1/2 teaspoon table salt
    1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
    1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
    1/2 cup cooked corn kernels
    1/3 cup chopped cilantro, leaves-no stems
    1/4 cup chopped green onions
    2 tablespoons diced red bell peppers
    2 tablespoons diced green bell peppers
    1 whole chicken breast, cooked and diced (Prepare chicken in your favorite manner

    Recipe



    1. Prepare the pasta by bringing water to a rolling boil in a large saucepan.
    2. Add pasta to the pan, and when water begins to boil again, cook for 8-11 minutes.
    3. Pasta should be al dente, or mostly tender but with a slight toughness in the middle.
    4. Whisk all of the dressing ingredients together in a small bowl.
    5. Cover and chill the dressing until you're ready to use it.
    6. When pasta is done, pour it into a large bowl.
    7. Add the dressing and toss.
    8. Add the remaining ingredients to the pasta, and toss until combined.
    9. Cover and chill for several hours before serving.

 

 

 


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