BEST PASTA SALAD EVER OR “DILL PICKLE” PASTA SALAD

THIS REALLY IS THE GREATEST PASTA SALAD EVER!!!!

SALAD:

1/2 lb dry shell pasta (about 3 cups)

1/2 cup pickle juice

3/4 cup sliced pickles

2/3 cup cheddar cheese, diced

1/2 cup frozen peas (optional)

DRESSING:

2 tsp minced dry onion (or 3 TBL fine diced fresh onion)

1 tsp dried dill (or 1 tablespoons fresh dill)

2/3 cup mayonnaise

1/3 cup sour cream

1/8 tsp cayenne pepper

4 tablespoons pickle juice

seasoning salt & pepper to taste

1. Boil pasta al dente according to package directions. Run under cold water to stop cooking.

2. Toss cold pasta with ½ cup of pickle juice and set aside for about 5 minutes. Drain & discard pickle juice.

3. Combine all dressing ingredients and mix well.

4. Toss together, dressing, pasta and salad ingredients in a large bowl. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.