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“My go-to dish for a backyard bbq. People fuss over it every time!”

This Layered Pasta Salad is as visually appealing as it is delicious, making it a fantastic centerpiece for potlucks, picnics, or any gathering. With a creamy, tangy dressing and layers of pasta, fresh vegetables, ham, and cheese, it offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors in every scoop.

Layered Pasta Salad

Ingredients:

Dressing:

Ingredient Quantity
Mayo 1/2 cup
Sour cream ¾ cup
White wine vinegar 2 teaspoons
Sugar 1 teaspoon
Dijon mustard 2 teaspoons
Worcestershire sauce ½ teaspoon
Salt 1/2 teaspoon
Black pepper ½ teaspoon

Salad:

Ingredient Quantity
Macaroni pasta, cooked and drained 3 cups
Chopped romaine lettuce 3 cups
Red bell pepper, diced Half of 1
Red onion, finely diced ¼ cup
Frozen green peas, thawed ½ cup
Chopped celery ⅓ cup
Diced ham 1 ½ cups
Black olives ⅓ cup
Shredded cheddar cheese ½ cup

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayo, sour cream, white wine vinegar, sugar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper until well combined and smooth.
  2. Layer the Salad: In a large trifle bowl or clear glass dish (to show off those beautiful layers!), begin assembling the salad by adding the ingredients in the following order:
    • First, spread the chopped romaine lettuce evenly on the bottom.
    • Next, add a layer of the cooked and drained macaroni pasta.
    • Follow with layers of the diced red bell pepper, finely diced red onion, thawed frozen green peas, and chopped celery.
    • Add the diced ham.
    • Then, evenly distribute the black olives.
    • Carefully pour the prepared dressing over the layers.
    • Finish by sprinkling the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  3. Chill: Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 5 hours (or ideally longer, even overnight) to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill thoroughly.
  4. Serve: Just before serving, toss all the ingredients gently within the bowl to combine the dressing and ensure every bite is flavorful.
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