Reviewed: May 12, 2012

I agree with Linda. Two bottles of Italian dressing is too much. Of course you can add more dressing if it is to sit over night, you like it spicy, etc. since it does soak into the pasta after sitting. I've made this salad often but a bit different in the past. I like the idea of the Parmesan cheese and will try it. Sometimes to give it protein I have used cut up small squares of a mild cheese. You could use a sharp cheese. Cut up olives are good. Tuna or cold Turkey left over sausage is also good. I used Ranch dressing mixed with Mayo but add it just prior to serving to keep it creamy. Italian dressing may be mixed with Mayo also. I've used both dressings with Mayo to give the dressing a bit of punch. Of course there is always the Mayo and vinegar standard dressing. I use frozen peas (thawed) and sometimes left over corn (thawed) . instead of peppers I use Pimentos to add a bit of red color. I used left over cold broccoli florets in the past. It has always been a salad which I've used for left overs, etc. This salad has a lot of variety of vegetables, cheese, dressing, left over cold sausage or meat, etc. one can add. it is a good change from the usual potato salad at a picnic.

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Judy

Reviewed: Apr. 4, 2012

Not that good

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Joanne

Reviewed: Mar. 12, 2012

Used only half the bottle of Newman's own family recipe Italian dressing because I found the entire bottle to be too much oil. I omitted the celery because I'm not a huge fan, but added a bit of celery salt to incorporate the flavor. Used colorful bell peppers and added garlic powder, celery salt, red pepper flakes (just a bit for some kick!), black pepper, and oregano. This was a fresh and delicous salad and kept well in the cooler when we took it camping! Huge hit, thank you for the recipe.

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alund007

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Reviewed: Dec. 9, 2011

This recipe is so versitile. I used cukes, green onion, tomato, green & red peppers, cauliflower, broccoli and black olives, along with a sprinkle of garlic powder, accent and italian season. Another viewer was right tri-color pasta comes in a 12 oz box so I added 2 addtional cups. Lastly ONLY use 1 bottle of dressing. GREAT RECIPE!

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Sweet360

Reviewed: Nov. 9, 2011

Great pasta salad. I always add itty bitty pieces of pepperoni and cubes of provolone. Usually only use on bottle of dressing and it is plenty. I put out a second bottle for diners to add more if desired. Delicious!

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