Smoked Mozzarella Pasta Salad

smoked mozzarella pasta salad

Ingredients

 * 1 (6 	 ounces) jar  marinated artichoke hearts
 * 1 (8 	ounces) package rotini pasta, uncooked
 * 1 (7 	ounces) jar roasted red peppers, drained and julienned
 * 1/2 	lb smoked mozzarella cheese, cubed (may substitute smoked Gouda)
 * 1 1/2 	cups baby spinach leaves
 * 2 1/4 	ounces chopped green chilies, drained
 * 1/2 	cup mayonnaise
 * 1/2 	cup grated parmesan cheese
 * 1/4 	cup toasted pine nuts
 * 1 	clove garlic, minced
 * 1/2 	teaspoon black pepper

Directions

 * Cook pasta according to package directions and drain.
 * Chop artichokes, and save the marinade in the jar.
 * Mix the pasta with the artichokes, roasted peppers, mozzarella, spinach, and green chilies, stirring to mix well.
 * In a small bowl, blend the artichoke marinade with the mayonnaise, Parmesan, pine nuts, garlic, and black pepper.
 * Toss with pasta mixture, until everything is evenly coated.
 * Chill before serving, several hours is best.