This is not your mothers pasta salad. (its your mother in laws)

On a trip back to my native country, California (yes, its like its own little territory out there), we stayed with my in laws. Regina and Dave make THE best dinners I think I have ever had the privilege of eating. Maybe because it is served on their back porch with a breathtaking view of the foothills, maybe because its the best company anyone can ask for while eating. Its just good.

We had a meal of grilled (to perfection) pork chops and a side dish of this amazing pasta salad. I have never tasted anything like it. It was cool, crisp, tangy with a bite. So colorful, it was almost too pretty to eat. OK, I ate it anyway. This can be paired with a great grilled meal of chicken, pork, beef or even fish.

Regina's Pasta Salad

1 pkg colorful veggie rotini pasta
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dill weed
1 tsp white pepper
1 of each - green, red, yellow and orange bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1 white onion, chopped
5-6 strips of bacon, cooked well and crispy
1/2 cup ranch dressing
1/2 cup BBQ sauce

Cook pasta as on directions, drain and chill. In large bowl, combine pasta and dry spices. Add veggies. Add BBQ and ranch dressing. Stir well. Top with bacon. Serve very cold.