Recipe: Creamy Pesto Salad (using Knorr Pesto Pasta Sauce Mix)

CREAMY PESTO SALAD

1 (1.2 oz) pkg Knorr Creamy Pesto Pasta Sauce Mix
3/4 cup regular or light mayonnaise
1/3 cup milk
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 pint (2 cups) cherry tomatoes, halved
8 ounces uncooked pasta twists or rotelle (about 4 cups)
1 cup (4 oz) shredded or cubed mozzarella
OPTIONAL ADDITIONS (SELECT ONE):
1 cup diced cooked chicken
1/2 cup slivered salami slices
6 oz. cleaned cooked shrimp

Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse and drain.

In large bowl, stir (dry) pasta sauce mix, mayonnaise, milk and vinegar until blended. Add tomatoes, pasta, cheese and desired addtions; toss to coat. Cover; refrigerate to blend flavors.

From: Terrytx - 07-31-99