Patriotic Pasta

Ingredients

DRESSING:

• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
• 1 1/2 teaspoons milk
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon honey mustard
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• SALAD:
• 2 1/2 cups uncooked penne or medium tube pasta
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 3/4 teaspoon minced fresh basil
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 1/2 cups fresh cauliflowerets
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 3 green onions, chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
• 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into 1 inch strips
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. In a small bowl, combine the dressing ingredients; set aside. Meanwhile cook pasta according to package directions; rinse in cold water and drain. Transfer to a large bowl.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute garlic and basil in oil until garlic is tender. Pour over pasta. Add the cauliflower, tomatoes, green onions, red pepper, cheese and dressing; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.