Patchwork Quilt Pasta Salad

This is one of the best tasting pasta salads I have ever had. My family and in-laws love it and I can never make enough. You can change or substitute the ingredients in the salad if you’d like to. This salad is best when prepared a day ahead.

Step: 1

In a large bowl combine cooked pasta, mixed vegetables, kidney beans, celery, cucumber, green pepper and onion.

Step: 2

To make the dressing combine in a saucepan over medium heat: vinegar, margarine, sugar, flour, salt and brown mustard; bring to boil. Continue to cook for 5 minutes stirring frequently. Cool completely.

Step: 3

Pour cooled dressing over bowl of vegetables. Toss to distribute dressing evenly. Cover tightly and store in refrigerator.

Per Serving: 171 calories; protein 5.3g; carbohydrates 32.8g; fat 2.5g; sodium 243.5mg.

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