Kid Friendly Pasta Salad (Ree Drummond) |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Ingredients:
12 ounces fun-shaped pasta, such as radiator |
8 slices thin bacon |
1/2 cup mayonnaise |
1/2 cup whole milk |
4 tablespoons white vinegar |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
dash sugar, optional |
1/2 cup grape tomatoes (yellow and red), halved lengthwise |
1/2 pound cheddar, cut into small cubes |
3 green onions, thinly sliced |
ground black pepper |
24 whole basil leaves, chiffonade |
Directions:
1. Cook the pasta according to the packet instructions. Then drain and rinse in cold water until cool. Set aside.
2. Cut the bacon into 1/2-inch pieces and throw into a large skillet. Saute until slightly crisp, and then remove to a paper-towel-lined-plate.
3. For the dressing, mix the mayonnaise, milk, vinegar, salt, and sugar if using in a small bowl.
4. Stir together the pasta, dressing, tomatoes, bacon, Cheddar and green onions in a large mixing bowl. Taste for seasonings, adding more salt and pepper if needed.
5. Stir in the basil at the end.
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