Reviewed: Jul. 5, 2010

The basic ingredients are fine, but the proportions need adjustment. I used mini bow-tie pasta, and would cut the pasta back to 1/2 to 3/4 pound. I used a whole cucumber, seeded and chopped; 2 cups of chopped broccoli; a whole red pepper, seeded and chopped. I combined the rest of the ingredients to make a dressing, then added it to the pasta and vegetables. I reduced the sugar to 1/2 cup and added 3 tablespoons of Miracle Whip. After adjustments, I really did enjoy the flavor, with the mustard being a nice change of pace from the usual creamy pasta salad. The recipe as written makes a huge amount, so I probably won't make a full recipe again unless it's for a church supper.

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pookie's mom

Reviewed: Jan. 19, 2008

My family and I normally LOVE pasta salads,but this one was not the best one that I have ever had. It was way too sugary.

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CHEROKEEQUEEN

Cooking Level: Expert

Reviewed: Sep. 16, 2007

We had this at our end of the summer picnic and everyone loved it. We couldn't stop picking at the veggies. I used tomotoes, cucumbers, olives, red onion, yellow bell peppers and broccoli. It was a nice colorful dish for a buffet.

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Angela M

Reviewed: Aug. 30, 2005

I normally agree wholeheartedly with the reviews / ratings -- but this recipe was VERY bland & no one liked it - I double checked that I prepared it correctly -- not a keeper!

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WENDY

Reviewed: Aug. 10, 2005

I'm sorry but this recipe just didn't do it for me. I made it based on previous reviews, but I'm afraid I won't be making this again. Sorry, Jennifer :(

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HNKYTNKWMN3

Cooking Level: Expert

Reviewed: Aug. 9, 2005

My husband and I really enjoyed this salad. I omitted the mushrooms because I don't like them and I halved the sugar as some of the other reviewers suggested. It was still a little sweet so I may cut it back some more next time. I look forward to making this at the next family get together. Thanks for the great recipe!

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CHRISSYDEAN

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Massapequa, New York, USA

Reviewed: Aug. 3, 2004

this recipe was vwey tasty. I used a little less green pepper. because we do care for them. My husband liked this and he is not a big fan of black beans

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GAMMAD3

Reviewed: Jul. 1, 2004

Reading the previous reviews helped me make this recipe work! The sugar definately needs to be cut in half and adding more veggies and red onion worked great. Another dish to add to my collection where people are always asking for the recipe!

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GALLANSKY

Reviewed: May 10, 2004

I reviewed this previously but forgot the stars! This is a great recipe! I too cut the sugar some and doubled the veggies. We love the crunch of onions, bell peppers, cucumbers, even squash. I just check out what the store has when I go. We fix this for all types of gatherings all year long and it is very well received. Just thought after all the lower reviews, I needed to stand up for one of my favorite stand-bys!

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