Suzanne Somers' Deli Pasta Salad

Course :	Italian
From:	HungryMonster.com
Serves:	8

Ingredients:

		---dressing
1/2	cup	olive or vegetable oil
1/4	cup	red wine vinegar
1 1/2	teaspoons	Italian seasoning
1/8	teaspoon	pepper
1/2	teaspoon	salt
		---salad
8	ounces	tricolor rotini -- cook
9	ounces	frozen artichoke hearts
6	ounces	monterey jack -- cube
5	ounces	pepperoni -- slice
1/2	head	broccoli florets
1/2	head	cauliflower
2	medium	scallions -- slice
1	large	red pepper -- 1 inch dice
1	bunch	lettuce leaves -- garnish

Preparation:

DRESSING-Whisk together oil, vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Place artichoke hearts in colander in sink. Drain pasta over artichokes then rinse both under running cold water and drain. Add all salad ingredients except lettuce to dressing; toss to coat. Serve immediately or cover and chill to serve later. Garnish salad with lettuce.