Description

Introducing the Addictive Crack Pasta Salad, a delightful dish that’s destined to become the star of your summer gatherings and potlucks. This creamy, flavor-packed salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, combining the irresistible flavors of ranch, bacon, and cheddar cheese with the perfect texture of al dente penne pasta.

Ingredients

Scale

1 box (16 ounce) penne pasta
2/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 packet (1 ounce) ranch dressing mix
1/2 cup cooked bacon, chopped
1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

Begin by boiling the penne pasta according to the package instructions until it reaches an al dente texture. Drain the pasta, rinse it with cold water, and let it cool completely before proceeding with the recipe.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, buttermilk, mayonnaise, and ranch dressing mix until the dressing is smooth and well-combined.
Add the cooled penne pasta, chopped bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and fresh parsley to the bowl with the dressing. Gently stir until everything is evenly coated and distributed throughout the salad.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the Addictive Crack Pasta Salad for at least 8 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the dressing to fully coat the pasta.
When ready to serve, give the salad a final gentle stir to ensure the dressing is evenly distributed. Scoop the cold, creamy Addictive Crack Pasta Salad onto plates or into bowls.

Notes

One serving of Addictive Crack Pasta Salad (approximately 1 cup) contains approximately 330 calories, 23 grams of fat, 22 grams of carbohydrates, and 10 grams of protein.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 330
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 15mg