Suddenly Salad Bacon Ranch

The original recipe can be found here. 

Doubling as usual for a clan of six. I will likely change this up when I find a recipe for the ranch.

Serves 4 as is

2 c uncooked small shell pasta

1 carrot, shredded
1 c frozen peas, thawed
3/4 c mayonnaise, *do not sub miracle whip
1/2 pkg hidden valley ranch dressing mix (only use half of the packet)

1/4 c real bacon bits
1/2 tsp onion powder

In large bowl mix mayo, half of the packet of dressing mix, carrots, bacon bits and onion powder. (Don't add the peas yet.) Chill while making the rest.

Cook pasta according to package directions using the shortest time.

Drain and cool. Fold pasta into mayo mixture well. Fold in peas last, carefully so that you don't smoosh them.

Chill for several hours. Serve chilled or room temp.
Garnish top with a bit more bacon bits if you'd like.