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Broccoli, Grape and Pasta Salad – we love the added sweetness of the grapes, it sounds wonderful!

INGREDIENTS
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 package (16 oz) bow tie pasta or pasta of your choice
1 pound fresh broccoli1 cup  mayonnaise1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1 small red onion, chopped
2 cups seedless, grapes, halved
8 cooked bacon slices, crumbled.

Preparation
1. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake pecans in a single layer in a shallow pan 5 to 7 minutes or until lightly toasted and fragrant, stirring halfway through.
2. Prepare pasta according to package directions.
3. Meanwhile, cut broccoli florets from stems, and separate florets into small pieces using tip of a paring knife. Peel away tough outer layer of stems, and finely chop stems.
4. Whisk together mayonnaise and next 4 ingredients in a large bowl; add broccoli, hot cooked pasta, and grapes, and stir to coat. Cover and chill 3 hours. Stir bacon and pecans into salad just before serving.

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By @Mocha_Me.
Thanks for inspiring us!
You can see the recipe here: debbiesmochame.blogspot.com

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