LAYERED GARDEN PASTA SALAD


ingredients

1 (7 to 8 oz.) pkg. macaroni shells
1/2 c. sliced green onions
1/2 c. bacon bits
1 c. mayonnaise
1/4 c. lemon juice
3 tsp. grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
4 c. bite size salad greens
1 medium zucchini, sliced
1 c. sliced cauliflowerets
1 c. broccoli flowerets
2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges

preparation

Cook macaroni as per package directions and drain. Rinse with cold water; drain again. Stir together macaroni, onions and bacon bits in medium bowl. Mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, cheese, sugar and garlic powder. In 3 1/2-quart salad bowl, layer salad greens, macaroni mixture, zucchini and cauliflowerets. On top of this, layer broccoli and tomatoes. Pour dressing evenly over top. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours. Sprinkle with bacon bits just before serving. Refrigerate only remaining salad. Makes 10 servings.