Spicy Pasta Salad With Smoked Gouda, Tomatoes and B

Name: Spicy Pasta Salad With Smoked Gouda, Tomatoes and Basil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Kosher salt; 12 ounces mostaccioli or penne pasta; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup whole milk; 1/4 cup white vinegar, plus more if needed; Freshly ground pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoons adobo sauce from a can of chipotles (or 1 minced chipotle); 1 10 -ounce package grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise; 1/2 pound smoked gouda cheese, cut into small cubes; 24 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2
Add the pasta and cook as the label directs.
3
Drain and rinse under cold water until no longer hot; set aside.
4
Make the dressing: Mix the mayonnaise, milk, vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper to taste and the adobo sauce in a small bowl.
5
In a large bowl, combine the pasta, dressing, tomatoes and gouda.
6
Taste for seasoning, adding more salt and pepper if needed, and even an extra teaspoon or 2 of vinegar, if necessary.
7
Stir in the basil at the end.
8
Refrigerate for a couple of hours before serving.
9
Photograph by Kana Okada

896

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Kosher salt, 12 ounces mostaccioli or penne pasta, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup whole milk, and more.

Yes, Spicy Pasta Salad With Smoked Gouda, Tomatoes and Basil falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Spicy Pasta Salad With Smoked Gouda, Tomatoes and Basil

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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