Holiday Bow Tie Salad

It's almost here, it's almost here, it's almost here!  Only a few shopping days left until Christmas! Happy Holidays  from the Azuki BeaN Mamas!  Here's a holiday pasta dish that's sure to brighten up the festivities.  It's another that we posted before under One Chop/Two Salads.  

1 lb. box farfalle (bow tie) pasta

24 slices of Italian Salami cut into thin strips

4 oz. of cheddar cheese cut into cubes

½ red, orange and yellow bell peppers diced

1 C of grape tomatoes cut in half

3 Tbsp. capers

1 tsp. dried oregano

½ tsp. salt

¼ tsp. pepper

½ C Italian Dressing

*Optional – 1 Tbsp. Mayonnaise.  This allows the pasta to hold its flavor

        longer.  Otherwise, you may need to add more dressing before serving.

Directions:

1.     Cook pasta according to the directions on the box.

2.     Cool pasta

3.     Cut the salami, cheese, peppers and tomatoes

4.     Put pasta in large bowl

5.     Add the sliced salami, cheese, peppers and tomatoes

6.     Sprinkle on the capers, oregano, salt, and pepper

7.     Toss with dressing

BeaNspiration:  Enjoy the moment and feel the magic!