Ingredients

  • 1 (16 oz.) pkg. fresh or frozen tortellini
  • 4 oz. chopped salami
  • 4 oz. Provolone cheese, cut in 2 x 1/4-inch strips
  • 1 (11 oz.) can sweet corn, drained
  • 1 (9 oz.) pkg. frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed to drain
  • 1 (6 oz.) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • 1 (6 oz.) can sliced olives, drained
  • 1 1/2 c. prepared creamy Italian salad dressing
  • 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 c. grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 (2 oz.) jar pimiento, drained (optional)

Method

  • Cook tortellini as directed on package.
  • Drain; rinse with cold water.
  • In a large bowl, combine tortellini, salami, Provolone cheese, corn, spinach, artichoke hearts and 1 cup of the olives. In a small bowl, combine salad dressing, mustard and 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese; blend well.
  • Pour dressing over salad; blend well. Pour dressing over salad; toss gently.
  • Top with remaining olives and Parmesan cheese.
  • Cover; refrigerate 1 to 2 hours.
  • Garnish with pimiento before serving, if desired.
  • Makes 8 (1 1/2 cup) servings.