Chef Wilkinson


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Wednesday, May 22, 2013

~ Southern Creamy Pasta Salad ~

Ingredients:
8 ounce Macaroni (your choice of shape)
1/2 cup finely diced celery
1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup diced green bell pepper
2 thinly sliced green onions
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Directions:  Cook pasta in rolling well-salted boiling water just under the time on package or al dente. Drain into a colander, rinse briefly with cold water and allow to drain.  In a medium bowl, combine the celery, red and green bell peppers, onion, pickle relish, vinegar, seasoning salt and black pepper. Mix well.  Fold in the mayonnaise and the sour cream blending thoroughly. Taste and add additional salt if needed. Fold in the pasta, cover and refrigerate overnight or at least 4 hours.  Fold in the cheddar cheese before serving. 
Great summer dish! 
~ Chef ~