Pasta Salad For A Picnic - cooking recipe

Ingredients

16 ounces penne pasta
2 cups cherry tomatoes
4 ounces provolone cheese
1 cup red pepper
1/2 cup green pepper
1/4 cup onion
1/4 cup cucumber
1/4 cup black olives
2/3 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove
3 tablespoons fresh basil or 3 teaspoons dried basil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon onion powder

Preparation

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Place in a salad bowl; add tomatoes, cheese ( you can also use feta or swiss if you prefer, peppers, onion and olives.
In blender, combine the dressing ingredients.oil etc -- cover and process until blended. Pour over pasta mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until cool.