LCBO Food & Drink Summer 2022

THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO PASTA SALAD

Creamy pasta salad can take many forms. Here are a few to get your creative juices flowing. Discover three creamy dressing recipes and more stir-in ideas on page 182. Creamy Pasta Salad

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1. PLANT-BASED PASTA SALAD Mix cooked ditalini or

Create contrast with tender greens and crunchy toppings

macaroni with Tahini-Miso Dressing and greens just before serving. Top with crispy tofu and green onion. Garnish with fried chow mein noodles, pumpkin seeds,

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Bring two classic salads together to make this crowd-pleasing dish

crispy chickpeas and/or tamari almonds overtop.

2. KALE CAESAR Try tossing cooked pasta with black kale and coating with Creamy Caesar Dressing. Scatter crisp pancetta or bacon and grated Parmesan overtop. 3. STEAK HOUSE–INSPIRED Use our Versatile Creamy Pasta Salad Dressing for a mix of pasta, baby spinach, celery, and radishes. Top with walnuts, crumbled blue cheese and crumbled cooked bacon. Top with slices or cubes of peppery grilled steak. Throw in some grilled shrimp if you like.

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Be salty and make it protein-packed

When preparing, dress just until coated, but then reserve a good amount of dressing to incorporate right before serving. Balance is key: Make sure your vinaigrette recipe is creamy (emulsified) and your creamy dressing is tangy (lemon, vinegar, buttermilk).

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