Makes a large batch. You can cut this recipe in half to serve 6 people.
1 lb. mostaccioli pasta, cooked and drained
1 medium red onion, sliced
1 medium cucumber, sliced
1 container of cherry tomatoes, or to your liking
1-1/2 c. white vinegar
1-1/2 c. white sugar
1/4 c. Bertoli extra light olive oil
1 t. each salt & pepper
1 Tbls. prepared yellow mustard
Cook pasta according to package directions, drain and cool.
Combine dressing ingredients and mix with a whisk or electric mixer on low until combined. Set aside or refrigerate until ready to assemble.
Add pasta to a large bowl.
Pour dressing over pasta and add onion, cucumber and cherry tomatoes and toss to coat.
Refrigerate overnight and stir periodcially.
Serves 12