• 3 cups cooked pasta
• 2 tablespoons chopped sweet onion
• 1/4 cup chopped celery
• 1/4 cup chopped carrots
• 1/4 cup frozen peas, thawed
• 2 tablespoons chopped red or green bell pepper
• 1 1/2 cups chopped ham
• 1/2 cup cubed cheddar cheese (optional)
• 1/4 cup fat free or low fat Italian dressing

1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.