Recipe: Broccoli, Tomato and Cheese Salad with Bowties in an Orange Vinaigrette

BROCCOLI, TOMATO AND CHEESE SALAD
WITH BOWTIES IN AN ORANGE VINAIGRETTE

16 oz Mueller's Bow Ties, uncooked
1 1/2 cups olive oil
1 1/2 cups orange juice
12 oz ripe tomatoes, diced
12 oz Swiss cheese, cut into thin strips
1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
2 cups broccoli florets, blanched, chopped
FOR THE ORANGE VINAIGRETTE:
2 tablespoons dried basil
2 tablespoons garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
4 tablespoons red wine vinegar
salt and pepper to taste

Cook and drain pasta according to package directions.

In a large bowl combine garlic, tomato, cheeses, basil and broccoli. Add cooked pasta and mix until evenly blended.

Combine remaining ingredients to form dressing. Toss dressing with pasta mixture; mix well. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Servings: 6
Source: Mueller's