Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I attempted this once, and must have used the WRONG kind of vinegar. What is the standard kind of vinegar in a pasta salad?

usually balsamic or red wine. this is an area where you get what you pay for (usually.)

I've used lemon juice with success.

Anonymous wrote:I attempted this once, and must have used the WRONG kind of vinegar. What is the standard kind of vinegar in a pasta salad?

usually balsamic or red wine. this is an area where you get what you pay for (usually.)

i use tomato, pasta or tortellini (fresh, not that nasty dry stuff) red pepper, sometimes onion, ham or pepperoni, maybe corn if i have some on hand and then make a dressing with balsamic vinegar and oil.

Love Giada's Antipasto Pasta Salad! I often get requests to make it for gatherings. http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/antipasto-salad-recipe.html