BLT and Shells Salad

Artwork by Shirley McMurtrie

This is a good hearty salad any time of the year. The ingredients are available anytime you can get to the grocery store.

BLT AND SHELLS SALAD
8 ounces macaroni shells, cooked and drained
1/2 pound bacon strips, fired and crumbled
1/2 cherry tomatoes, halved
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup sour cream
4 green onions, sliced
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Dash of Tabasco sauce
Shredded lettuce

In mixing bowl combine shells, tomatoes and crumbled bacon. Set aside. In a small bowl combine dressing ingredients. Spoon dressing mixture over pasta mixture. Stir lightly to combine. To be the most flavorful, chill at least 2 hours before serving. On individual salad plates, on a small pile of shredded lettuce, divide salad into 6 portions and serve.