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broccoli and tortellini salad

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BROCCOLI AND TORTELLINI SALAD

"You can lighten this recipe up a little by using turkey bacon, & low-fat mayo. From allrecipes.com"

Ingredients

  • 6slices bacon
  • 20ounces cheese-filled tortellini
  • 1⁄2cup mayonnaise
  • 1⁄2cup white sugar
  • 2teaspoons cider vinegar
  • 3heads fresh broccoli, cut into florets
  • 1cup raisins
  • 1cup sunflower seeds
  • 1red onion, finely chopped

Direction

  1. Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
  2. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain, and rinse under cold water.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar to make the dressing.
  4. In a large bowl, combine broccoli, tortellini, bacon, raisins, sunflower seeds and red onion. Pour dressing over salad, and toss.