Tuesday, August 19, 2008

Mandarin Confetti Pasta

16 oz Bow Tie Pasta
10 oz baby spinach
6 oz craisens
3- 11 oz cans of mandarin oranges, drained
1- 8 oz can water chestnuts, drained
1 bunch sliced green onions
1/4 cup sesame seeds
6 oz honey roasted peanuts
2 cups cooked chicken, cubed

Dressing:
1 cup oil
2/3 cup teriyaki sauce
6 Tbs. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper

Cook pasta according to directions. Rinse well and drain. Mix dressing and pour over pasta in a large bowl. Marinate in the refrigerator for 5-8 hours (this is important), stirring often. Just before serving, stir in everything else.