Cheesy Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

Ingredients

• 1 (20 ounce) package cheese tortellini
• 1 lb bacon
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes
• 1 (8 ounce) package cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup ranch dressing (more may be used according to personal preference)

Directions

1. 1

   Slice bacon into thin strips (1/2 - 1 inches in width). Separate slices and place into a preheated frying pan.

2. 2

   While bacon is browning, prepare the tortellini's according to the package's directions. When the tortellini's are fully cooked, run under cool water, drain, and set aside to cool.

3. 3

   When the bacon is fully cooked, carefully drain the grease and spread the bacon pieces onto paper towels to remove excess grease. Set aside to cool.

4. 4

   Slice the tomatoes in half.

5. 5

   In a large bowl, combine the tortellini's, bacon, tomatoes, cheese and ranch dressing. Stir to combine.

6. 6

   Cover and refrigerate at least one hour, but as much as 2 days.

7. 7

   When ready to serve, you may add the extra ranch dressing if you wish.