Broccoli and Tortellini Salad

Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon
• 20 ounces fresh cheese-filled tortellini
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• ½ cup white sugar
• 2 teaspoons cider vinegar
• 3 heads fresh broccoli, cut into florets
• 1 cup raisins
• 1 cup sunflower seeds
• 1 red onion, finely chopped

Directions

• Step 1Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
• Step 2Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain, and rinse under cold water.
• Step 3In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar to make the dressing.
• Step 4In a large bowl, combine broccoli, tortellini, bacon, raisins, sunflower seeds and red onion. Pour dressing over salad, and toss.