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Chicken, Pasta & Parmesan

Source of Recipe

by Shanny, from ??


Recipe Introduction

Can be served as either cold, as a salad or hot, as a casserole.

Recipe Link: messageboards.ivillage.com/iv-fdcooking/message.asp?webtag=iv-fdcooking&msg=10372.2

List of Ingredients

3/4 c. mayonnaise
3/4 c. buttermilk
1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
2 tsp. basil leaves
3 c. diced cooked chicken
8 oz. corkscrew pasta cooked, drained and cooled
1 lb. pkg. frozen mixed veggies, cooked/drained/cooled (zucchini, cauliflower, carrots, beans)
6 Tbsp. margarine, softened
1½ tsp. Italian seasoning or oregano
wheat crackers


Recipe

In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, buttermilk, cheese and basil. Stir in chicken, pasta and vegetables.

Chill at least 1 hour before serving. Mix margarine and Italian seasoning; spread on wheat crackers & serve them with the salad.

Casserole Variation: In a 2½ quart casserole, bake pasta mixture at 350° for 25 to 30 minutes. Serve with the same prepared crackers.