Rotelle Pasta Salad Recipe

Rotelle Pasta Salad Recipe

  • 1 (8 ounce) package rotelle pasta
  • 6 slices bacon
  • 1 (16 ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables
  • 1 cup Italian-style salad dressing
  • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon seasoning salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 ounces turkey breast, cut into bite size pieces
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add rotelle pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  2. Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
  3. Cook the frozen vegetables in the microwave approximately 4 to 6 minutes, making sure they stay crisp; drain.
  4. In a large bowl mix together Italian dressing, mustard, seasoning salt, and pepper. Add pasta, mixed vegetables, bell pepper, turkey, 1/2 of the bacon and 1/2 of the cheese; mix well. Sprinkle remainder of cheese and bacon on the top. Cover and chill thoroughly before serving.