
Peppy Pasta Salad
Description
Utilize your USDA Foods in this easy pasta salad recipe that can be a great side for countless entrees. Both fresh and frozen vegetables help save on prep time and food cost.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 lb + 4 ounces Wholegrain Rotini Pasta
- 14 lb Broccoli Florets
- 4 lb + 2 oz diced Mushrooms
- 8 lb + 12 oz Fresh Diced Tomatoes
- 3 quart + 1/2 cup Italian Salad Dressing
- 1/2 cup Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
- 1 cup chopped Fresh Basil
- 9 lb + 4 oz Tap Water
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