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Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

A flavorful pasta salad with crispy bacon, shredded cheddar, and a creamy ranch dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 16 ounce penne pasta
  • 0.666 cup olive oil
  • 0.25 cup buttermilk
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 ounce packet ranch dressing mix
  • 0.5 cup cooked chopped bacon
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cook the pasta al dente according to the package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
  2. Mix olive oil, buttermilk, mayonnaise, and ranch dressing mix in a large bowl and stir to combine.
  3. Add cooked pasta, bacon, cheddar cheese, and parsley to the ranch dressing and stir to coat.
  4. Refrigerate for 8 hours before serving.

Notes

This salad is best served chilled and can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.