Instructions: Cook pasta in plenty of water seasoned with vegetarian bouillon. Drain and rinse in cold tap water. Set aside.

In a bowl, combine the ingredients for the salad dressing. Add the still warm pasta to the bowl and toss with the dressing. It will be a light dressing with lots of flavor.

Prepare vegetables and add to the bowl. Toss. Add meat or beans. Toss. Season with garlic salt and pepper. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving. Stir occasionally.

Description: "Basic recipe that is easy to vary with a knock-out dressing."

NOTES : If youre crazy about pasta salads, try this one. The dressing is special. Its got a little bite and a little sweetness (the honey and vidalia onion mustard. We served it with leftover pork grilled on the foreman with Lawrys salt substitute. You could serve this with chicken, fish or beans.

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