Smoked Mozzarella And Penne Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

Dressing
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 pinch cayenne pepper
salt & fresh ground pepper, to taste
Salad
1/2 lb penne pasta
2 cups packed baby spinach leaves, washed and stemmed
2 roasted red peppers, diced
1/2 lb smoked mozzarella cheese, diced

Preparation

Process the dressing ingredients in food processor or blender until smooth.
Cook pasta until al dente. Drain pasta in colander and run under cold water until well-cooled.
In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, spinach, roasted red peppers and smoked mozzarella.
Toss the salad with the dressing then serve.