Easy Pasta Salad

This pasta salad is a family favorite around my house.  It's super quick and easy, and can be prepared ahead of time.  The few ingredients are stuff I usually have in my kitchen, too.  You can prepare it ahead of time for barbeques or pool parties, or make it for a fast dinner.

You will need:

Uncooked rotini pasta noodles (I prefer the tri-colored ones, mostly because they are prettier.  I buy them in bulk for quick meal fixes.) 

Olive oil

Cubed colby jack cheese

Pepperoni and/or salami

Italian dressing

You can also add olives or other vegetables, but I have picky eaters, so I don't.

Cook and drain noodles.  Drizzle with a little olive oil, toss noodles, and set aside to cool.  Slice the cheese cubes in half or quarters, depending on your preference.  Slice pepperoni and salami into quarters.  Mix cheese and meat into the pasta.  Be careful not to do this until the pasta is cooled, or your cheese will melt.  Drizzle with Italian dressing to taste, and mix thoroughly.  Enjoy!