How to Make Patriotic Pasta - A Step-by-Step Guide

Welcome to the ultimate summer pasta salad recipe – Patriotic Pasta! This colorful and flavorful dish is perfect for any patriotic holiday celebration, such as the Fourth of July or Memorial Day. It's a great addition to any outdoor barbecue or picnic, and is sure to impress your friends and family with its stunning red, white, and blue presentation.

With its combination of fresh, vibrant ingredients, Patriotic Pasta is a refreshing and satisfying dish that truly captures the spirit of su...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
  • 1 ½ teaspoons milk
  • ½ teaspoon honey mustard
  • ½ teaspoon white vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 ½ cups penne pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ¾ teaspoon minced fresh basil
  • 2 ½ cups cauliflower florets
  • 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
  • ½ cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into 1-inch strips
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, blue cheese, milk, honey mustard, vinegar, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl.
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Stir in penne and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain and transfer to a bowl.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir garlic and basil until fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes. Pour garlic mixture over penne. Mix cauliflower, tomatoes, red bell pepper, mozzarella cheese, green onion, and Parmesan cheese into penne mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate to blend flavors, about 1 hour.
  • Nutrition

    285 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 13mg
    • Sodium: 250mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 38g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 23mg
    • Calcium: 124mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 257mg