Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad
2 C. uncooked shell pasta
4-5 peeled baby carrots or 1 large regular carrot, shredded
1 C. frozen peas, thawed
3/4 C. mayonnaise, more if desired but NOT miracle whip
1 1 oz. packet Hidden Valley Ranch dressing mix
1/4 C. bacon bits (I use Hormel REAL bacon bits or pieces)
1/2 tsp. onion powder
In large bowl, mix mayo, dressing mix, bacon bits, shredded carrots and
onion powder. Chill this mixture while you continue making the rest of
the salad. Cook pasta al dente, drain and cool. Fold in pasta
carefully. Gently fold in peas last. Chill for several hours and serve
chilled. Garnish top with more bacon bits pieces.