Pasta Salad With Pepperoni And Cheese

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This is the absolute best pasta salad i've ever had. I got it on celebrate with style on the internet. I have made it many times for family and friends and it always gets eaten up. Leftovers (if any is left!) are even better.!

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Steps

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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

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Add 1 or 2 tbs.

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Vegetable oil to water , to keep pasta from sticking.

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Cook penne or rotini until cooked , but still firm , about 9 minutes.

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Rinse pasta under cool water to stop cooking , and drain.

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Combine bottled dressing with chopped parsley , chopped basil , dried italian seasonings , and crushed red pepper.

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Pour dressing over cooked pasta and toss.

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Add pepperoni , sun-dried tomatoes , artichoke hearts , ripe olives.

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Toss gently.

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Add cheese and toss again.

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Add salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.

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Cover and refrigerate until about 30 minutes before ready to serve.

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Ingredients

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penne, italian dressing, pepperoni, sun-dried tomato packed in oil, marinated artichoke hearts, pitted ripe olives, provolone cheese, fresh parsley, fresh basil leaf, italian spices, crushed red pepper flakes, salt & freshly ground black pepper