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AmyR said:I have been asked to bring a pasta salad for the teachers on conference night. Does anyone have a good recipe that won't give them stinky breath?
Amy
To make a delicious pasta salad, you will need cooked pasta, vegetables such as bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and cucumbers, a protein such as tuna or grilled chicken, dressing, and herbs and spices for flavor.
Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, making sure to add salt to the water for flavor. Once cooked, drain and rinse the pasta with cold water to stop the cooking process and prevent it from becoming mushy.
Yes, pasta salad is a great dish to make ahead of time. Just make sure to keep it refrigerated until you are ready to serve. You may need to add a bit more dressing before serving if the pasta has absorbed some of it.
Yes, you can use any type of pasta for a pasta salad, but some varieties work better than others. Short pasta shapes like penne, fusilli, or farfalle are great options as they can hold onto the dressing and other ingredients well.
A pasta salad will usually last for 3-4 days in the fridge if stored properly in an airtight container. Make sure to give it a good stir before serving as the ingredients may settle at the bottom.