Picnic Pasta Salad

Prep Time: 15 Minutes

Cook Time: 5 Minutes

Ready In: 20 Minutes

Servings: 10

This is a fun, light addition that neighborhood barbecue that doesn't require a lot of preparation. We used to bring around the whole neighborhood when I was a kid. Not sure where we got it from but thought I let you all give it a try!

Ingredients:

4 cups penne rigate, uncooked

2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes

1 cup italian salad dressing

1/4 lb sliced deli ham (cut into strips)

1/4 lb sliced deli salami (cut into strips)

1/4 lb provolone cheese (cut into cubes) or 1/4 lb mozzarella cheese (cut into cubes)

3/4 cup sliced pimento stuffed olive

3/4 cup sliced celery

2 teaspoons chopped fresh garlic

1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves

Directions:

1. Cook pasta according to directions.
2. Drain well and rinse with cold water to cool.
3. Drain well.
4. In large bowl, toss cooled pasta and remaining ingredients.
5. Cover and refrigerate.

By RecipeOfHealth.com