Perfect Pasta Salad

My favorite pasta salad that I serve all summer long! Lovely with grilled chicken, a crusty bread or rolls and a glass of chilled white wine. I hope you enjoy! Note: Do try to use real French cornichons, if you can get them, as they really make this dish extra special.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 8  ounces corkscrew macaroni, cooked and drained (measured dry)
• 1⁄4 cup Italian parsley, chopped
• 3  stalks celery & leaves, chopped
• 1  cup  french cornichon  gherkin, chopped
• 1⁄4 cup  spanish  manzanilla olives, chopped
• 3  green onions, chopped
• 10  ounces  sweet grape tomatoes
• 1 1⁄2 cups  cubed cheddar cheese
• 1 (2/3ounce) packet  good seasons  Italian salad dressing mix
•  black pepper (to taste)
• 3  tablespoons mayonnaise (heaping)
• 1  tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Directions

1. In a large bowl, mix ingredients in order given. Stir well to combine.
2. Cover and chill until serving time.
3. Goes great with grilled chicken and a glass of chilled white wine!