Bacon Cheddar Ranch Pasta Salad

By srumbel

The triple threat consisting of bacon, cheddar, and ranch, make this an unbeatable side dish for your summer BBQ!

Recipe: http://centercutcook.com/bacon-cheddar-ranch-pasta-salad/

Ingredients

• 1- 12 ounce box rotini, or tricolor rotini, cooked according to package directions, and cooled
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup milk (plus more if needed)
• 6-8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 1/2 cups grape or cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered depending on size
• 8 ounces cheddar cheese, cubed
• 1/2 of a green bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 teaspoon dried chives
• 3/4 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1/4 teaspoon dried dill weed
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Details

Preparation time 15mins
Cooking time 25mins

Preparation

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine mayo, milk, chives, parsley, dill weed, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and black pepper.
In a large bowl, toss together cooled pasta, cheese, green pepper, bacon, and tomatoes.
Stir in the dressing from step one. Add a little more milk if necessary.
Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours so that all the flavors can come together.
Adjust seasonings to taste- you may need a little extra salt and/or pepper.