Italian Ham and Pasta Salad

 

1

box (9 oz) Green Giant® frozen broccoli cuts

3 1/2

cups uncooked bow-tie (farfalle) pasta (7 oz)

1

lb cooked ham, cut into julienne strips

1/2

medium green bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)

2

tablespoons finely chopped onions

1/4

cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/4

cup olive or vegetable oil

2

tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

1

tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves

1

teaspoon chopped fresh oregano leaves or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves

1

teaspoon chopped fresh marjoram leaves or 1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram leaves

1

teaspoon ground mustard

1/8

teaspoon pepper

2

tablespoons lemon juice

2

tablespoons white vinegar

1

clove garlic, finely chopped

• 1 Cook broccoli and pasta separately as directed on packages; drain. Rinse pasta with cold water; drain.
• 2 In large bowl, mix all dressing ingredients until well blended. Add broccoli, pasta and all remaining salad ingredients to dressing; toss gently to mix. Cover and refrigerate at least 6 hours or until chilled.