Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad Recipe
A delightful bacon ranch pasta salad, perfect for potlucks, cookouts, or a satisfying family meal.
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Instructions
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Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, ranch dressing mix, and pepper in a medium bowl; cover and refrigerate.
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Cook diced bacon in a large skillet over medium-low heat until browned and crisp; drain on paper towels.
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Start boiling a large pot of salted water; add rotini and cook according to package directions, then drain and cool completely.
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In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cooked bacon, halved tomatoes, diced celery, olives, and cheese if using; toss gently.
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Fold in the refrigerated dressing mixture until the pasta and vegetables are well coated.
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Cover the pasta salad and refrigerate until serving.