1 package of frozen tortellini (7 oz) or 2 cups of packaged cheese tortellini
1 small sweet red pepper, cut into bite size strips
1 cup broccoli flowerets
3/4 cup carrot, thinly sliced
1/2 cup mayonnaise or mayonnaise type salad dressing
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
1 tablespoon fresh basil, snipped or 1/2 teaspoon dried
1 tablespoon milk
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 clove garlic
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta. Rinse with cold water; drain again.
In a large mixing bowl combine pasta, sweet red pepper strips, broccoli flowerets, and sliced carrot.
For dressing, in a small mixing bowl stir together mayonnaise or salad dressing, Parmesan cheese, basil, milk, pepper and garlic. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture. Toss lightly to coat. Cover and chill for 4-24 hours.
Before serving, stir and add a bit of milk to moisten if necessary.
Serves 6
Better Homes and Gardens Salads
