Creamy Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad
A delicious and creamy pasta salad that combines the rich flavors of bacon and ranch dressing with the comforting texture of small shell pasta, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Pasta and Dressing
- 1 box small shell pasta (16 oz)
- 1 packet ranch dip mix (1 oz)
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 container sour cream (16 oz)
- 2 tsp parsley
- 1 tsp dill
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
Additional Ingredients
- 12 strips bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 block mild or sharp cheddar cheese (cubed, 16 oz)
- 1 bag frozen peas (thawed, 10 oz)
Instructions
Cooking the Pasta
- Cook the shell pasta according to the directions on the package. When done, drain and rinse with cool water.
- Dump into a large mixing bowl and set aside to cool.
Preparing the Dressing
- Mix together the sour cream, mayonnaise, ranch seasoning, parsley, and dill. Stir until well combined.
- Pour over the cooled pasta and stir together until all of the pasta is coated.
Combining Ingredients
- Add cubed cheese, thawed peas, and crumbled bacon. Toss to combine and season with salt and pepper as needed to taste.
- Cover and chill for at least one hour before serving.
Notes
For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise and sour cream. Consider adding chopped celery or bell peppers for an extra crunch.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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