Easy Pasta Salad For Kids Food

EASY PASTA SALAD FOR KIDS

Steps:

• Add the pasta shapes to a pan of boiling water and cook according to the package instructions.
• Four minutes before the end of cooking time add the frozen vegetables to the pan.
• Drain the pasta and vegetables and run under cold water for 30 seconds and then add to a large bowl.
• Mix in the corn and red pepper.
• In a small jar add the olive oil, honey, dried herbs and french mustard. Put the lid on and give it a good shake. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and mix well.
• Serve immediately or keep in the fridge for up to 48 hours.

KID-FRIENDLY PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook the pasta according to the packet instructions. Then drain and rinse in cold water until cool. Set aside.
• Cut the bacon into 1/2-inch pieces and throw into a large skillet. Saute until slightly crisp, and then remove to a paper-towel-lined-plate.
• For the dressing, mix the mayonnaise, milk, vinegar, salt, and sugar if using in a small bowl.
• Stir together the pasta, dressing, tomatoes, bacon, Cheddar and green onions in a large mixing bowl. Taste for seasonings, adding more salt and pepper if needed.
• Stir in the basil at the end.

SIMPLE PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 12 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
• In a large bowl, toss the cooked pasta with the Italian dressing, cucumbers, tomatoes, and green onions. In a small bowl, mix the Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, and mix into the salad. (You could use McCormick's Parmesan Herb Seasoning Blend instead - use the whole jar of 1.87 ounces.)
• Cover, and refrigerate until serving.

SIMPLE PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 12 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
• In a large bowl, toss the cooked pasta with the Italian dressing, cucumbers, tomatoes, and green onions. In a small bowl, mix the Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, and gently mix into the salad. Cover, and refrigerate until serving.

SHE SELLS SEA SHELLS PASTA SALAD FOR KIDS!!

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions.
• Rinse pasta and drain well; allow to cool (cool well as you don't want the cheddar to melt when you add it to the pasta).
• In a large bowl, add the cooled pasta.
• Slice honey ham into thin strips; add to the bowl.
• Add pepperoni and shredded cheddar cheese.
• In a smaller bowl, combine yogurt, ranch dressing, cider vinegar and honey. Mix.
• Add salt and pepper, if you like.
• Pour dressing over pasta and mix.
• Cover salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
• Serve.