Charcuterie Pasta Salad

Ingredients

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Salt the water generously and add the pasta. Cook for 9–11 minutes, until the pasta has your desired bite. Drain and do not rinse.

2. 2

   While the pasta cooks, grate the garlic and Parmesan. Cube the cheddar and salami. Roughly slice the olives.

3. 3

   In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the olive oil just until heated through. Do not let it simmer or brown.

4. 4

   Add the grated garlic to a large mixing bowl. Pour the warm olive oil over the garlic and stir. Let it sit for 1-2 minutes to lightly mellow the garlic.

5. 5

   Add the cheddar, salami, olives, and drained warm pasta to the bowl. Toss well so the oil coats everything evenly.

6. 6

   Tear in the basil, add the Parmesan, and season with salt to taste. Toss again.

7. 7

   Serve at room temperature or chilled