Three Pepper Pasta Salad

This is the pasta salad we brought to the Groneman 2013 reunion.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 (16 oz) package tri-color pasta

• 2/3 c olive oil

• 3 Tbs white wine vinegar

• 1/4 c fresh basil leaves

• 2 Tbs grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 1/4 tsp salt

• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

• 1 red bell pepper, julienned

• 1 yellow bell pepper, julienned

• 1 orange bell pepper, julienned

• 1 medium fresh tomato, chopped

• 1 (2.25 oz) can black olives, drained

• 8 oz mozzarella cheese, cubed

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.

2. In a blender or food processor, blend the olive oil, white wine vinegar, basil, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until smooth.

3. In a large bowl, toss together the cooked pasta, dressing mixture, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, orange bell pepper, tomato, and olives. Top with mozzarella cheese to serve.

MAKES: 8 servings