Mediterranean Pasta Salad (TNT)

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Mediterranean Pasta Salad (TNT)
(Bob Evans)

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
6 - 8 servings

Ingredients:

1 package Bob Evans pre-cooked Bacon (2.1 oz)
8 ounces bow tie pasta
1/2 cup sun-dried tomato salad dressing (You can also use Italian or Greek-style dressing)
8 ounces fresh mozzarella, cut into small cubes
1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half
1/3 cup kalamata olives, chopped
4 sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped

Directions:

Microwave bacon according to package directions. Cool slightly and then chop. Meanwhile cook pasta according to package directions and drain. In a large serving bowl, combine all ingredients and stir well. Serve warm. * Can also use 1 package of Bob Evans uncooked bacon. Prepare according to packaging.

Gail’s Notes:  This is really good--great flavor with a sweet-tartness to it.  I forgot to get cherry tomatoes, so I ended up sprinkling some dried cranberries into it.  Turned out a nice added plus to the salad. I think next time I’ll try feta cheese in place of the mozzarella, just for the heck of it.  Oh, and I used Kraft Sun Dried Tomato Vinaigrette as it is really good (for a bottled salad dressing).

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