Ingredients

The following ingredients have 12 Servings
  • 16 oz Rigate pasta
  • 2 cups asparagus pieces
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (quartered)
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced onion (or pickled red onions)
  • 1/2 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
  • ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 cup buttermilk ranch dressing

Instruction

  • Boil a large pot of water and cook the pasta for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes add the asparagus pieces to the pot and continue boiling for 10 minutes.
  • Strain and run cold water over the pasta and asparagus until cool.
  • Drain the pasta and asparagus very well, then transfer to a large bowl.
  • Add the tomatoes, onion, Parmesan cheese and parsley to the bowl and toss well.
  • Add the ranch dressing and mix until all the pasta is covered with dressing evenly.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Makes 10 to 12 servings.