Shelly's Recipe

LAYERED SOUTHWESTERN PASTA SALAD

Category: Pasta Salads

8 oz medium shells, elbow macaroni or other medium pasta shape, uncooked
2 tsp vegetable oil
1/2 tsp ground cumin
salt to taste
1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (11 oz) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 red bell pepper, seeds and ribs removed, cut into strips
3/4 cup sliced green onions
1 (2 1/4 oz) can sliced black olives, drained
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup hot or mild salsa
2 tbsp hot or mild salsa
2 tbsp minced fresh cilantro

Prepare pasta according to pkg directions. Drain and rinse under cold water; drain again. Toss with oil and sprinkle with cumin. Salt to taste.

Layer pasta, beans, corn, bell pepper, green onions and olives in a 2 1/2 to 3 quart straight sided glass bowl.

In a small bowl combine mayonnaise, sour cream and salsa; mix well. Spread mixture evenly over top of pasta, sealing to edge of bowl. Sprinkle with cilantro. Cover bowl tightly and chill overnight. Serves 6