->Pasta 25 <-

Serving Size: 4

1 cucumber, diced

2 tomatoes, diced

1 cup broccoli florets

1 cup carrots, shredded

1/2 cup black olives, sliced

2 pounds rotini, tricolored

1 1/4 cups canola oil

1 teaspoon pepper

3/4 cup red wine vinegar

1 tablespoon dried oregano

1 tablespoon dried basil

1 tablespoon garlic, granulated

3 tablespoons Spike all purpose seasoning

1/2 cup Romano cheese, grated

1/4 cup mayonnaise

To make dressing, mix canola oil, pepper, red-wine vinegar, oregano,

basil, garlic, all purpose seasoning, cheese and mayonnaise in

blender container and blend until smooth; set aside.

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse in

cold water. Fold together pasta and vegetables. Fold in dressing.

Garnish with additional Romano, if desired.