ITALIAN PASTA SALAD FOR 20
This simple, delicious recipe uses common ingredients and can be made ahead of time. It's inexpensive and perfect for entertaining, potlucks, barbecues, parties, family reunions, or any time you need a large quantity of salad.
Provided by Elizabeth H.
Categories European
Time 2h20m
Yield 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring 6 quarts water to a boil.
- Add salt, if desired.
- Add dry pasta.
- Cook al dente (10-15 minutes).
- Drain and rinse with cold water.
- While the pasta is cooking, rinse broccoli heads.
- Remove stems and chop florets into bite-sized pieces.
- Rinse peppers and halve them.
- Remove stem, seeds, and pith.
- Slice lengthwise into 1/4" strips, then chop crosswise into 1/4" dice.
- Quarter pepperoni slices by stacking 5-8 at a time.
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
- To keep the pepperoni slices from sticking together too much,"roll" them between your palms as you drop them into the mixing bowl.
- Pour Italian dressing over all.
- Toss thoroughly.
- Chill at least 2 hours.
- May be prepared the day before.
- Toss again before serving.
- Serves 20.
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