Tailgate Party Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 pkg. rotini
1 lb. smoked sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices
3 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
1 medium tomato
1 (16 oz.) can kidney beans, drained
1/2 medium green pepper, chopped
1/2 medium red onion, chopped
1 c. sliced olives
1 1/2 c. (6 oz.) cubed Mozzarella cheese
2 Tbsp. parsley
1/2 c. vegetable oil
1/4 c. wine vinegar
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. oregano leaves

Preparation

Prepare rotini according to package directions. Drain. Combine all ingredients. Toss well to mix. Cover and chill thoroughly.
Toss gently before serving.
Refrigerate leftovers. Makes 6 to 8 servings.