Ragin' cajun spam party salad

Yield: 10 servings

Measure Ingredient
8 ounces Wagon wheel shape pasta
1 can Marinated artichoke hearts (6 oz)
1 can SPAM Luncheon Meat, cubed (12 oz)
⅓ cup Olive oil
¼ cup Creole seasoning mix
1 tablespoon Lemon juice
1 tablespoon Mayonnaise or salad dressing
1 tablespoon White wine vinegar
1 cup Diced bell pepper
½ cup Chopped red onion
½ cup Sliced ripe olives
3 tablespoons Finely chopped fresh basil leaves
½ teaspoon Dried oregano
½ teaspoon Dry mustard
½ teaspoon Sugar
½ teaspoon Dried thyme leaves
1 \N Garlic clove, chopped

SALAD

DRESSING

STATE FAIR RECIPE Mary Louise Lever, Rome, GA> Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain artichokes, reserving marinade; cut into quarters. In large bowl, combine all salad ingredients. In blender, combine reserved artichoke marinade with remaining dressing ingredients. Process until smooth. Add dressing to salad, tossing well. Cover and chill several hours or overnight.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION PER SERVING: Calories 325; Protein 11 grams; Carbohydrate 26 grams; Fat 20 grams; Cholesterol 35 milligrams; Sodium 669 milligrams.

From: Michael Orchekowski Date: 09-21-94

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