Italian Pasta Salad
- 16 oz rotini pasta ((We love the multi-colored))
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 pound mozzarella cheese (cubed)
- 4 oz pepperoni (cut in half)
- 1 green bell pepper (diced)
- 1 can black olives (6 oz, drained)
- 8 oz Italian Dressing
- 6 oz shredded Parmesan cheese
- Bring a large of of water to a boil.
- Cook 16 oz rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente.
- Drain, and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved), ½ pound mozzarella cheese (cubed), 4 oz pepperoni (cut in half), 1 diced green bell pepper, and 1 can (6 oz) black olives (drained).
- Pour 8 oz Italian dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until evenly coated. Stir in 6 oz shredded parmesan cheese and mix well.
- Let sit in the refrigerator for at least one hour for the flavors to come together.