Broccoli & Tortellini Salad

BROCCOLI & TORTELLINI SALAD

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INGREDIENTS:
6 slices bacon
20 ounces fresh cheese-filled tortellini
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons cider vinegar
3 heads fresh broccoli, cut into florets
1 cup raisins
1 cup sunflower seeds
1 red onion, finely chopped  

DIRECTIONS:
Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high
heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside. Bring
a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini
in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain,
and rinse under cold water. In a small bowl, mix together
mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar to make the dressing. In a large
bowl, combine broccoli, tortellini, bacon, raisins, sunflower
seeds and red onion. Pour dressing over salad, and toss.  

Yield: 12 Servings

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