REALLY GOOD PASTA SALAD

INGREDIENTS

1 pound cellentani pasta, prepared al dente and cooled

1/4 cup red onion, diced

1 cup broccoli, chopped

1 cup green olives, sliced

1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, cubed

1/2 cup banana peppers, chopped

1 cup mini pepperoni (or pepperoni cubed)

1/2 cup salami, cubed

1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced

1 medium green pepper, diced

Dressing:

1/3 cup sugar

1 tablespoon dried parsley

1 tablespoon Italian seasoning

2 cloves fresh garlic, minced

1 cup extra virgin olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

In a large bowl, add the cooled pasta, red onion, broccoli, green olives, cheese, banana peppers, pepperoni, salami, cherry tomatoes, and green pepper. Set aside.

In a small bowl, whisk together the  sugar, dried parsley, Italian seasoning, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil. Add salt and pepper to taste. (About 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.)

Add the dressing to the bowl of pasta. Toss to combine. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours. Toss again before serving.