Mediterranean Pasta Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2/3 c. olive oil
3 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
1/4 c. chopped fresh basil
2 Tbsp. chopped green onion
2 Tbsp. grated parmesan cheese
1 1/4 tsp. salt
1 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
12 oz. RO-TEL pasta, freshly cooked and drained
1 each: small red, green, & yellow bell pepper halved lengthwise and cut into thin strips
1 medium tomato cut into thin wedges
1/4 c. toasted pine nuts
1/4 c. Greek or pitted black olives
8 oz. feta or mozzarella cheese, cubed
1/4 tsp. crumbled, dried oregano

Preparation

Process oil, vinegar, 2 Tbsp. basil, green onion, parmesan cheese, salt & pepper in blender or food processor until smooth. Put pasta, bell pepper strips, tomato wedges, nuts, and olives in a large bowl. Pour in dressing: toss to mix.
Roll cheese cubes in remaining basil to coat and add to salad. Sprinkle with oregano. Toss lightly. Serve at room temperature.