Thursday, July 7, 2011

Ranch Spinach Pasta Salad

I made this tasty little dish for my niece's baptism last week. It was a hit, and I had none to take home (I always consider that a success!) It is from Betty Crocker. I didn't snag a picture before it was all gone, so the picture on here is from their website. It has a link back to it for reference. This recipe is perfect for all of these Summer gatherings that are going on! Enjoy!

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Ranch Spinach Pasta Salad
1 box Betty Crocker Suddenly Salad® classic pasta salad mix
1/2 cup Ranch dressing
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 cups baby spinach leaves or small broccoli florets
3/4 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup sliced cucumber, halved
1/2 cup julienne (matchstick-cut) carrots
2 tablespoons chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
Empty contents of pasta mix (from Suddenly Salad box) into 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered 12 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain pasta; rinse with cold water. Shake to drain well. In medium bowl, stir contents of seasoning mix (from Suddenly Salad box), the dressing and lemon juice until blended. Stir in pasta and remaining ingredients. Cover; refrigerate until ready to serve. Store any remaining salad covered in the refrigerator.

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