*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                        PASTA CHEF'S CHOPPED SALAD

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Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Pasta                            Poultry

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1       lb           Ditalini or Orzo
                        -OR other small pasta
                        -shape, uncooked
   4       oz           Cooked turkey ham
                        - diced into 1/4-inch cubes
     1/2   c            Swiss cheese
                        - diced into 1/4-inch cubes
   3                    Celery stalks -- chopped
   3                    Scallions -- sliced
     1/2   c            Diced red onion
     1/4   c            Diced black olives
                        Salt
                        Freshly ground pepper
     1/4   c            Dijon mustard
   2       tb           Vegetable oil
     1/4   c            White wine vinegar

  Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain,
  rinse with cold water and drain again
  
  Place the pasta, turkey ham, cheese, celery,
  scallions, onion and olives in a mixing bowl. Season
  with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
  
  In a small bowl, mix the mustard, vegetable oil and
  vinegar until combined. Add to the pasta and toss.
  Refrigerate for two hours and serve chilled.
  
  Serves 6 to 8
  
  Each serving provides: 242 Calories; 11.5 g Protein;
  33.9 g Carbohydrates; 6.9 g Fat; 12.6 mg Cholesterol;
  479 mg Sodium. Calories from Fat: 12%
  
  Copyright National Pasta Association
  (http://www.ilovepasta.org) (Reprinted with permission)
 


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