1 (16 oz) box bow tie pasta 1 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled 1 pound lean ground beef, cooked and drained 1 ounce packet taco seasoning 1 (15 oz) can corn, drained 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced ½ cup scallions, chopped 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese For the Dressing:
1 cup mayonnaise ¼ cup barbecue sauce 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce Instructions:
Cook Pasta: Cook the bow tie pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool. Prepare Beef: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until fully browned. Drain any excess fat and stir in the taco seasoning. Set aside to cool slightly. Mix Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, crumbled bacon, seasoned ground beef, corn, black beans, cherry tomatoes, scallions, and shredded cheddar cheese. Make Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, barbecue sauce, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth and well-combined. Combine: Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated. Chill: Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve: Serve chilled and enjoy!
