Ragin' cajun spam party salad

10 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
8ouncesWagon wheel shape pasta
1canMarinated artichoke hearts (6 oz)
1canSPAM Luncheon Meat, cubed (12 oz)
cupOlive oil
¼cupCreole seasoning mix
1tablespoonLemon juice
1tablespoonMayonnaise or salad dressing
1tablespoonWhite wine vinegar
1cupDiced bell pepper
½cupChopped red onion
½cupSliced ripe olives
3tablespoonsFinely chopped fresh basil leaves
½teaspoonDried oregano
½teaspoonDry mustard
½teaspoonSugar
½teaspoonDried thyme leaves
1Garlic clove, chopped

Directions

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