Antipasto Salad

Submitted by Tia from AZ

"This is always a hit for summer picnics."

Ingredients:
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon salt
6 ounces macaroni
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups broccoli florets
4 ounces sliced pepperoni sausage
10 cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions:
1. Cook pasta in a pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain.

2. In large bowl, stir together oil, vinegar, garlic, basil, and salt and pepper. Toss with warm macaroni to coat well. Toss with Parmesan. Cover, and refrigerate 2 to 3 hours.

3. Add broccoli, pepperoni, and tomatoes; toss well. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese, and serve.

Groups:
Pasta, Salad, Main Dish

Preparation Time:
10 mins

Cooking Time:
15 mins

Servings:
6