broccoli and tortellini salad

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 6 slices bacon
• 20 ounces fresh cheese-filled tortellini
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 2 teaspoons vinegar
• 3 heads fresh broccoli, cut into florets
• 1 cup raisins
• 1 cup sunflower seeds
• 1 red onion, finely chopped

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• place bacon in a large, deep skillet. cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. drain, crumble and set aside.
• bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. cook tortellini in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. drain, and rinse under cold water.
• in a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar to make the dressing.
• in a large bowl, combine broccoli, tortellini, bacon, raisins, sunflower seeds and red onion. pour dressing over salad, and toss.