1 lb. bow-tie macaroni
1/4 lb. genoa salami slices- chopped
1/4 lb. pepperoni slices-chopped
1/2 lb. sharp cheese- diced
6oz can of black olives - chopped & drained
1 med red bell pepper- diced
1 med green bell pepper- diced
3 med ripe tomatoes - chopped
1 packet Good Seasons Italian salad dressing mix
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 Tbls. dried oregano
1 Tbls dried parsley
1 Tbls grated Parmean cheese
salt- to taste
ground black pepper - to taste
-Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and cool under cold water.
-In a large bowl, combine the pasta, salami, pepperoni, cheese, black olives, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and tomatoes.
-Sprinkle on the envelope of powdered dressing and thoroughly and refrigerate salad.
-Whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, oregano, parsley, parmesan cheese, salt,and pepper.
-Just before serving, pour dressing over the salad and mix well.