Antipasto Pasta Salad

Prep Time: 30 Minutes

Cook Time: 15 Minutes

Ready In: 45 Minutes

Servings: 8

Can't remember where I found this recipe but I always bring it to BBQ's and it's a hit.. easy to make and you can totally customize the ingredients to your liking!

Ingredients:

2/3 cup red wine vinegar

1 garlic clove, minced

1 teaspoon dijon mustard

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

1 lb fusilli

1/2 cup hard salami, cut into strips

1/2 cup pepperoni, cut into strips

1/4 cup provolone cheese, cut into strips

1/4 cup grated asiago cheese

1/4 cup chopped olive (your choice)

1/4 cup roasted red pepper, cut into strips

1 (4 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, cut into quarters

1 cup fresh basil, cut into strips

1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

1/2 teaspoon salt

italian bread, toasted & cubed (optional)

Directions:

1. Mix ingredients for vinegarette and shake or blend well.
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil over high heat.
3. Add pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite.
4. Drain pasta.
5. In a large bowl, toss cooked pasta with remaining salad ingredients.
6. Drizzle with dressing.
7. Add croutons or other toppings as desired.

By RecipeOfHealth.com