GREEK PASTA SALAD  

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INGREDIENTS:  
1/2 cup olive oil  
1/2 cup red wine vinegar  
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder  
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil  
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano  
3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper  
3/4 teaspoon white sugar  
3 cups fresh sliced mushrooms  
15 cherry tomatoes, halved  
1 cup sliced red bell peppers  
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese  
1/2 cup chopped green onions  
4 ounces black olives  
12 ounces sliced pepperoni sausage, each slice cut in half  
2 1/2 cups cooked macaroni  

DIRECTIONS:  
In a large bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, garlic powder,  
basil, oregano, black pepper, and sugar. Add cooked pasta,  
vegetables, cheese, olives, and pepperoni; toss until all  
ingredients are well coated. Cover, and chill 2 hours or  
overnight.  
  
Yield: 4 Servings  
Category: Pasta, Salads, Picnics