Farfalle Pasta “PLT” Salad

Name: Farfalle Pasta “PLT” Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: Carando Pancetta, Diced, 1 Pound; Farfalle Pasta, 1 Pound; Roma Tomatoes, Diced, 1 Pound; Large Yellow Bell Pepper, Diced, 1; Small Red Onion, Diced, 1; Mayonnaise, 1 Cup; Whole Milk, 1 Cup; Ranch Dressing Mix, 1 Packet; White Wine Vinegar, ½ Cup; Arugula, ½ Pound; Fresh Basil Leaves, ¼ Cup; Parmesan, Grated, ¼ Cup

Total Time:

25 mins

Skill Level:

Beginner

Servings:

6 Servings

This “PLT” salad has all the crunchy elements of a classic sandwich minus the bread—farfalle pasta, savory diced pancetta, arugula, and colo… View More

This “PLT” salad has all the crunchy elements of a classic sandwich minus the bread—farfalle pasta, savory diced pancetta, arugula, and colorful veggies bathed in a cool, creamy ranch dressing. So inventive and easy to prepare, you’ll want to make it part of your weekly rotation!

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Total Time:

25 mins

Skill Level:

Beginner

Servings:

6 Servings

Ingredients

Pancetta

1 Pound Carando Pancetta, Diced1 Pound
1 Pound Farfalle Pasta1 Pound
1 Pound Roma Tomatoes, Diced1 Pound
1 Large Yellow Bell Pepper, Diced1
1 Small Red Onion, Diced1
1 Cup Mayonnaise1 Cup
1 Cup Whole Milk1 Cup
1 Packet Ranch Dressing Mix1 Packet
½ Cup White Wine Vinegar½ Cup
½ Pound Arugula½ Pound
¼ Cup Fresh Basil Leaves¼ Cup
¼ Cup Parmesan, Grated¼ Cup

Instructions

Heat a sauté pan over medium-high heat and render the pancetta until crispy. Drain on paper towels and reserve.
Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water until room temperature. Reserve.
Place the mayonnaise, milk, ranch dressing mix, vinegar, arugula, basil, and parmesan in the pitcher of a blender and puree until just smooth.
Combine the pasta, pancetta, tomato, bell pepper, and onions in a large bowl and dress with the desired amount of dressing.
Refrigerate until ready to serve. Serve cold.

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