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Must Have Pasta Salad

• 2 1/2 cups brown rice rotini pasta (or regular wheat pasta)
• 1/2 medium red or yellow pepper, chopped
• 1 tomato, chopped
• 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
• 1 bunch green onions, chopped
• 1/2 cup Italian dressing
• 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional)

1. Cook the pasta according to package directions.
2. Cook bacon if using.
3. Chop all vegetables.
4. Drain pasta, toss in the vegetables, and pour dressing over top and gently stir. Cover and chill.
5. Add bacon, if using, right before serving.