Tuesday, May 24, 2011

PATRIOTIC PASTA



INGREDIENTS

-16 ounces pasta ( bow tie, or your choice of shaped pasta)
-1 1/2 cups Italian (zesty) dressing
-10 ounces canned chicken, drained
-1 cup celery, chopped
-1 pint fresh blueberries
-1 cup sweet red pepper, chopped
-1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
-1 bunch green onions, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
-2 ounces blue cheese, crumbled



DIRECTIONS

  • Prepare pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse pasta in cold water.
  • In a large serving bowl combine pasta, chicken, celery, blueberries, red pepper, parsley, and onion. Stir to combine.
  • Pour dressing over entire mixture and toss until coated.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Sprinkle blue cheese on top. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.