Ingredients:

1 (16 ounce) package bow tie pasta

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

2 cups broccoli florets

1 cup sliced carrot

1 cup diced cucumber

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1⁄2 cup chopped green onion

1⁄2 cup cider vinegar (dressing)

1⁄2 cup sugar (dressing)

1 garlic clove, minced (dressing)

1 green onion, chopped (dressing)

1⁄2 teaspoon ground mustard (dressing)

1⁄2 teaspoon salt (dressing)

1 cup vegetable oil (dressing)

4 teaspoons poppy seeds (dressing)

Directions:

1. Cook pasta according to package directions; rinse with cold water and drain. Place in a large bowl; add cheese, broccoli, carrots, cucumber, tomatoes and onions.

2. In a blender, combine vinegar, sugar, garlic, onion, mustard and salt; gradually add oil, blending until smooth. Add poppy seeds. Pour over pasta mixture and toss. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

3. Dressing is also great on Salads or Coleslaw.

Bon Appetit!