HAM PASTA SALAD
1 can (20 oz.) chunk pineapple, drained reserving 1/2 c. juice 1 pck. (8 oz.) medium sized seashell pasta 2 oranges peeled and chunked 1 red pepper, Julienned 1 1/2 c. cubed ham 1 c. shredded or Julienned carrots 1 c. peas, drained 1 c. cashews
Cook pasta per package directions (cook a little less for al dente) and drain. Combine salad ingredients and toss well.
DRESSING:
reserved pineapple juice 1/2 c. orange juice 1/2 c. vegetable oil 1 T. dried basil 1/2 t. pepper 1 T. grated orange peel 1 T. sugar dash nutmeg
Stir together and toss into salad. Chill at least 1 hour before serving.
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