Layered Basil Salad

posted by Sue Freeman 08-07-98 10:50 AM

Layered Basil Salad

4 cups assorted salad greens
4 medium carrots, julienned
1 1/2 cups cooked macaroni shells
2 cups frozen peas, thawed
1 medium red onion, diced
3/4 pound cooked ham, cubed
1/3 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Dressing:

1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 1/2 teaspoon chopped basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 hard cooked eggs, cut into wedges


In a 3 1/2 qt. glass bowl, layer greens, carrots, macaroni, peas, onions ham and cheeses.

In a small bowl,combine the first six dressing ngredients; spread over salad. Garnish with eggs if desired. Cover and chill for several hours (or overnight).

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