Springtime Pasta Toss

Mix and match recipe for pasta.

Cook enough pasta for 4 (8 oz) and reserve 1/4 c of the cooking liquid when you drain the noodles.

Meat /// Vegetables /// Dressing and Cheese
1. 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced /// 1 c chopped carrots, 1 c chopped red peppers /// Sun-Dried tomatoe vinaigrette, shredded colby and monterey jack cheese
2. 1 lb boneless beef sirloin steak, thinly sliced /// 2 c broccoli florets, 2 c sliced button mushrooms /// italian dressing, mozzarella cheese
3. 1/2 lb bacon, chopped /// 1 green onion, chopped, 2 c frozen spring peas, thawed /// ranch dressing, italian cheese blend
4. 3/4 lb cubed ham /// 2 c frozen peas, thawed /// caesar dressing, shredded cheddar cheese

Cook meat in 1 T hot oil in large skillet 5 minutes or until meat is browned on both sides.
Stir in vegetables and 1/4 c dressing. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium; simmer 10 minutes or until meat is cooked through and vegetables are crisp-tender.
Toss with cooked pasta and reserved cooking liquid. Sprinkle with 1/2 c cheese.