Ingredients

  • 1 (12 ounce) package rotini pasta (the colorful vegetable pasta makes a nicer presentation)
  • 2 lbs cooked peeled shrimp
  • 1 (10 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, undrained
  • 34 cup grated cheese (I prefer to use Italian style cheeses, such as the blended mozzarella, Parmesan, etc.)
  • 1 cup prepared ranch dressing
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 12 cup red onion, choppedin large pieces
  • 12 cup green onion, chopped
  • 2 red bell peppers, chopped in large pieces
  • 1 green bell pepper, choppedin large pieces
  • 1 (16 ounce) can black olives, drained
  • salt
  • pepper

Method

  • Cook the pata according to package directions; drain well.
  • Mix the pasta, shrimp, vegetables and olives.
  • Mix the ranch dressing, the salt, pepper, and garlic powder together.
  • Gently blend into the pasta mixture.
  • Chill at least two hours before serving.