The Best Pasta Salad. Ever.

The Best Pasta Salad.  Ever.

1 pound spiral pasta

1 jar (14 oz) roasted red peppers, minced

1 pound feta cheese, crumbled

3/4 cup kalamata olives, chopped

1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted

For the dressing:

1/3 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1/3 cup Red Wine Vinegar

1/2 tsp oregano

1 teaspoon Basil

1/2 tsp finely chopped fresh mint

1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper

Cook the pasta just until done.  Do not overcook.  Drain and rinse with cold water.  Add cold pasta to a large mixing bowl and add peppers, olives, and cheese.

Mix dressing and pour over the pasta mix, gently stirring.

Chill at least 4 hours, better overnight.