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                       PASTA CHEF'S CHOPPED SALAD

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

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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  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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