Reviewed: May 30, 2005

I substituted spinach/ricotta tortellini and instead of cider vinegar I used balsamic.. wow! This is a great recipe. My family loved it! Thank you!

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Reviewed: May 25, 2005

I love this salad, but I find the the dry tortellini (found on the shelf in the pasta aisle) holds up so much better than the refrigerated (and it is a much better bang for your buck). I used Barilla cheese tortellini, and it was absolutely superb!

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Reviewed: May 24, 2005

Delightful! I made this recipe twice in one week! The first time I made it I followed the recipe to the "T". The second time I used 1/2 Tortellini and 1/2 Garden Rotini mixing the dressing in about 1 hour before serving I preferred the second time I made it but would not hesitate to give the original recipe to a friend. This recipe will make a great "Pot-Luck'er".

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Joel

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Reviewed: May 12, 2005

Excellent! Doubled dressing as suggested. Made dressing the night before and chopped all ingredients. Combined a few hours before event. Might cut back on the red onion qty - very strong for some.

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ANADAMABAKER

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Reviewed: May 11, 2005

This is a great salad. I increased the mayo dressing amount by doubling it. That was perfect. Everybody loves this when I make it.

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SKOONUS

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Reviewed: May 7, 2005

Made this for a BBQ dinner. It was great. I did change it a bit. Made the Tortellini in the morning, used regular vinegar, Reduced onion to 1/2 changed sugar to 1/4 cup Splenda and I left out the raisins. Everyone enjoyed it and we will definitely make it again.

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KELZONE

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Reviewed: Apr. 16, 2005

This pasta salad is addictive. I could hardly stop eating it! Thank you for a great recipe. Made the recipe as written. The nice thing is that it can be varied so easily and still with excellent results.

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PHYLLIS2973

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Reviewed: Apr. 2, 2005

This is the best cold pasta salad ever!! I have made this salad 3 times and each time people have raved about it, not to mention asked for the recipe. I added two grilled chx breasts (diced) and doubled the dressing (put half on when I prepared it and half when I served it) Great recipe, thanks for posting!!

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STACIEW526

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Reviewed: Feb. 23, 2005

This was a great twist to a tortellini salad. I really enjoyed the sweet and salty taste. I did change one thing. I only added about a 1/4 of the onion. That was enough. And the next time I make it I will add more bacon.

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NINA31

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Reviewed: Feb. 9, 2005

great salad! i especially love the addition of the pasta...makes it more filling!

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KIPPANORS

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Reviewed: Feb. 8, 2005

Fantastic! Substituted dried cranberries for the raisins. Doubled the sauce, using a low-fat mayo. Added 1 cup shredded cheddar. Was a big hit! Thanks!

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Reviewed: Jan. 9, 2005

This recipe was awesome. I have made it several times, it has been a hit at many summer picnics. The only one it hasn't one good reviews with is my husband, too sweet for him!! Enjoy!!!

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MITTYB74

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Reviewed: Jan. 8, 2005

This salad was fantastic.We served it on New years Day. We loved the taste of bacon in it and I add a half of cup of toasted walnuts. Its a real winner.

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Reviewed: Dec. 18, 2004

I made this for a cook-out and everyone loved it. It's a nice twist to the traditional broccoli salad.

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Reviewed: Dec. 12, 2004

Oh my gosh! This is the BEST pasta salad I have ever had! My husband loves it too. I have served it at parties and I always get asked for the recipe.

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Reviewed: Oct. 15, 2004

very good, but no one (over 50 people there) requested the recipe

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Reviewed: Oct. 11, 2004

I made this for my son's confirmation and it was a huge hit! I gave out the recipe 4 times! Like in other reviews, I doubled the sauce, used 32 oz of tri-color tortellini instead of 20 oz, and also used Crainins instead of the raisins. The salad is beautiful to look at and tastes great! This is a keeper!

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Reviewed: Sep. 29, 2004

This was good, but there wasn't enough dressing, and next time I would add less sugar to the dressing.

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CGERVAIS

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Reviewed: Sep. 14, 2004

THIS IS GREAT!!!! I DID MAKE EXTRA DRESSING. I HAD LARGE HEADS OF BROCCOLI. TOOK TO ANNIVERSARY PARTY AND IT WAS GONE. EVERYONE LOVED IT!!!!!!!!! WILL MAKE AGAIN

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Reviewed: Sep. 14, 2004

This was the most excellent salad I have made. The tortellini hardens in the salad so prepare shortly before serving. Left out the bacon as not all my guests like it. I couldn't stop eating it from the time I prepared it until I put it away after the party. Great recipe!!!!

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