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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 c. medium-size macaroni shells
  • 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
  • 2 c. shredded iceberg lettuce
  • 4 hard-cooked eggs, sliced
  • pepper to taste
  • 12 oz. cooked ham, cut in thin strips (or 1 c. each of ham and hard salami, cut in thin strips)
  • 1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen tiny green peas, thawed
  • 1 c. (4 oz.) coarsely shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
  • For garnish: 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

Method

  • Cook macaroni shells according to package directions; rinse and drain.
  • Toss macaroni with oil to prevent shells sticking together. Put lettuce in one layer in a 3-quart glass or clear plastic bowl; top with cooled macaroni, then egg slices.
  • Sprinkle with pepper. Add in layers the ham, peas, and cheese.
  • Spread dressing carefully over the top to edge of bowl.
  • Cover tight with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
  • Before serving, sprinkle with parsley.
  • Toss salad at table before serving.
  • Makes 6 servings.