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“I came up with this recipe when I tried recreating a pasta salad I had at a wedding rehearsal," says Danielle Weets of Grandview, Washington. "It’s easy to make and I’m always asked to bring it to potlucks and parties.”
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Nutritional Facts 3/4 cup equals 376 calories, 20 g fat (8 g saturated fat), 36 mg cholesterol, 832 mg sodium, 31 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 19 g protein.
Originally published as Pesto Tortellini Salad in Simple & Delicious July/August 2008, p55
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Reviewed on Oct. 26, 2011 by jengel1
So simple and so good! I added sun-dried tomatoes and it was excellent!
Reviewed on Jun. 24, 2011 by dkelly23
I have made this about 5 times for various functions because it's so easy and great for picnics. I always get asked for the recipe. Great!
Reviewed on Aug. 01, 2010 by aly_burton
This is a favorite anytime the neighborhood gets together to grill out!! They are always asking me to bring this!
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