Tortellini Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    1 lb. frozen cheese tortellini
    1 large bag frozen combination style vegetables (such as carrots, cauliflower, broccoli
    4 Tbsp. olive oil
    1 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
    1 tsp. garlic salt
    salt and pepper to taste
    finely chopped fresh zucchini, red or green peppers and cucumbers (added at the last minute if you want)
Preparation
    Bring large pot of water to boil.
    Add 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add tortellini and cook until al dente.
    Do not overcook.
    Drain and rinse under cold water.
    Meanwhile, cook the vegetables according to package directions in boiling water or microwave. When done, rinse under cold water and drain well.
    In large serving bowl, stir together the olive oil, garlic salt and oregano.
    Add cooked tortellini and vegetables.
    Stir gently to coat with dressing.
    If salad seems dry, add a little more olive oil.
    Chill at least 1 hour.
    Makes 4 to 6 servings.

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