BLT Penne Pasta Layer Salad
INGREDIENTS
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Dressing:
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2 cup real mayonnaise
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1 cup whole buttermilk
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1 Tbsp fresh chopped chives
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2 tsp cider vinegar
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2 tsp granulated sugar
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1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1 1/2 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp celery salt
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1/2 tsp garlic salt
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1/2 tsp lemon pepper
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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Salad:
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1 lb mezze penne pasta cooked to al dente
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7 cups chopped green leaf lettuce, divided
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6 medium vine-ripened or Roma tomatoes tomatoes, seeded and chopped
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1 cup sliced green onion
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1 1/2 lb thick cut bacon, cooked and chopped
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Garlic-Parmesan Croutons:
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4 cup cubed French bread, 1/2-inch cubes
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4 Tbsp butter, melted
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1 Tbsp chopped fresh Italian parsely
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1/2 tsp garlic salt
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp onion powder
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3 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
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Cherry tomatoes halved for garnish, optional
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