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Here is a quick and refreshing pasta salad recipe. It can be used as a side dish or even as a light meal in itself. It is quick and easy and my family loves it! You can easily substitute or add any of your favorite ingredients as well.

Ingredients:

16 oz. Rotelle Macaroni

1 Cup Broccoli

1 Cup Sliced Carrots

1 Cup Fresh Mushrooms (sliced into quarters)

2 T Butter

1 Cup Sliced Black Olives

1/4 Cup Chopped Green Onions

1/4 Cup Chopped Pimientos

1/2 Cup Italian Salad Dressing

Directions:

Cook the macaroni according to the package directions. Drain and set aside. Blanch the broccoli and carrots. I use this steamer because I like to steam in the microwave: https://amzn.to/3k4dGwK (click on the link). Saute the mushrooms in butter. Combine the macaroni and the vegetables in a large serving bowl. Here are my favorite serving bowls: https://amzn.to/3Iy9H5P (click on the link). Add the dressing and toss to coat. Chill. Eat and enjoy.