For dressing combine vinegar, sugar, basil, thyme, garlic, salt and pepper in blender. Process till smooth. With blender running at low speed, add oil in a slow steady stream. Set aside. In a large bowl, toss tortellini, peaches, parsley, celery and raisins with dressing. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Ingredients
Dressing
- 5 Tablespoons white vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons sugar
- 2 Teaspoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 11/2 Teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3/4 Teaspoon salt
- 1/4 Teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 Cup vegetable oil
Procedure
Salad
- 1 Package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen tortellini; cooked, rinsed and drained
- 2 fresh ripe peaches, cut into chunks
- 1/3 Cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 Cup celery, sliced
- 1 Cup California raisins
Nutrition Facts Per Serving
Calories 290 (Calories from Fat 51%); Total Fat 17 ( Saturated Fat 2; Trans Fat 0; ); Cholesterol 55; Sodium 320; Potassium 312; Total Carbohydrate 31; Dietary Fiber 2; Sugars 20; Protein 5; Calcium 71; Iron 2;Try Another Recipe
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