Sea Shell Pasta Salad or Wheelie Pasta Salad |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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This recipe was designed with children in mind, for parties, potlucks and picnics. You can add other veggies to the salad that your child/ren enjoys. This is a great side dish for a themed “Under the Sea” or pool party. Pasta shells, crunch veggies and cheese cut into star or fish shapes create a side dish loved by backyard sailors. Ingredients:
6 ounces medium pasta shells (2 cups) or 6 ounces wagon wheel macaroni (2 cups) |
2 small carrots, thinly bias-sliced |
1 medium cucumber, seeded and shredded |
1 medium yellow sweet pepper, cut in very small triangles |
1/3-1/2 cup italian salad dressing |
4 ounces mild cheddar cheese or 4 ounces american cheese or 4 ounces child's favorite cheese |
Directions:
1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
2. Drain and rinse with cold water; drain again.
3. Combine pasta, carrots, cucumber and pepper.
4. Add dressing and toss to coat.
5. Chill for 1 to 4 hours.
6. Use a small star or fish shaped cutter to cut cheese slices into small stars (or cube).
7. Toss in salad before serving.
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