Broccoli Cheddar Pasta Salad

Ingredients You’ll Need to Make This Broccoli Cheddar Pasta Salad:

• 12 oz rotini noodles
• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup diced red onions
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 3/4 cup mayo
• 1/2 cup ranch dressing
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• How to Make Broccoli Cheddar Pasta Salad:
  1. Cook the rotini noodles according to the directions on the package.
  2. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool the noodles down.
  3. Once the rotini is cold, transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
  4. Add the broccoli florets, diced red onions, shredded carrots, shredded cheddar cheese and grated parmesan to the bowl.
  5. Stir well.
  6. Add the mayo, ranch dressing, onion powder and garlic powder to the bowl.
  7. Stir until all of the ingredients are coated in dressing.
  8. Salad can be served immediately or chilled in the refrigerator until time to serve.
  9. 1. Top with additional shredded cheese when serving if desired.
     2. Enjoy!

     FAQS:

     How should I store broccoli cheddar pasta salad?

     Store broccoli cheddar pasta salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Do not freeze it.

     What substitutions could I make?

     Rotini: You could use penne, bowtie or macaroni noodles instead of rotini.

     Mayo and Ranch Dressing: You could use your favourite salad dressing in place of the mayo and ranch dressing.

     Vegetables: You could use tomatoes, green onions, cucumbers or bell peppers either in place of or in addition to some of the vegetables in the salad.