HOT OR COLD PASTA SALAD

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This recipe is from cookbook #1. Easy recipe and any ingredients can be added or subtracted according to family likes and dislikes.Great for buffet or cookout as it is good hot or cold.

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Salads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lb ground beef
1/2 c chopped onion
1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
1 dash(es) cayenne pepper, optional
1 lb pkg. pasta elbow or spiral, cooked and drained
3/4 c grated sharp cheese
3/4 c hot water
10 oz pkg. frozen green peas, rinsed under hot water
2 c chopped celery
1/4 c sweet pickle relish or corn relish
1 medium tomato, diced
1/4 c chopped or sliced black or green olives or both
1/2 c miracle whip salad dressing or ranch dressing
1 tsp dry mustard
2 tsp lemon juice
1 tsp granulated sugar,optional

Steps:

  • 1. Cook and stir ground beef and onion in electric skillet or a large 10-inch skillet until meat is no longer pink; add worcestershire sauce and a dash of cayenne pepper if desired.
  • 2. Stir in cooked and drained pasta, cheese and water. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; cover and simmer,for 5 minutes.
  • 3. Mix peas, celery, relish, tomato and olives in a small bowl. In a large bowl combine and whisk together the salad dressing, mustard, lemon juice,and sugar,if using.
  • 4. Stir ground beef mixture and vegetables into the salad dressing mixture. Serve immediately or ,if desired, cover and refrigerate until chilled, at least 3 hours. Stir and serve.

ClashOfClans TheBest
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This pasta salad is a must-try for anyone who loves pasta salads!


joey jackpot
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I'm not a big fan of mayonnaise-based dressings, but this one is really good. It's light and flavorful.


Mohammad Chowdury
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Dk Jihad jr
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I love that this pasta salad can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Pauline Wanjiru
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This pasta salad is so versatile! I've served it as a main course, a side dish, and even as a snack.


DK Roman Vai
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I was looking for a light and refreshing pasta salad to serve at a summer party and this one was perfect! It was a big hit with my guests.


moniruzzaman khan
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This pasta salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Manar Yehia
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I'm not a huge fan of pasta salad, but this one is really good! The dressing is flavorful and the vegetables are fresh and crisp.


Ryan Hoffman
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I've made this pasta salad several times now and it's always a hit! My friends and family love it.


MD Abdur Rahman Sagor
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This pasta salad is the perfect summer dish! It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor. I love that it can be served hot or cold, so it's perfect for any occasion.