Bow-Tie Spinach Salad

This is the recipe I made for you guys when we had the girls night


Bow-Tie Pasta and Spinach Salad (This makes a large quantity; recipe may be halved)

1 16 oz bow-tie pasta, cooked and drained

Blend the following ingredients in a blender:
1 cup oil
2/3 cup teriyaki sauce
2/3 cup white vinegar
6 Tbs. sugar
1/2 tsp, salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
(You may cut down a little on the oil and increase the teriyaki sauce if desired)

Pour over pasta, mixing gently to coat well. Marinate several hours or overnight.

Just before serving, combine:
2 10 oz. bags of baby spinach, long stems removed
1 6 oz. bag Craisins 1
1 6 oz. bag of roasted peanuts
2 cans mandarin oranges, drained well
2 cans sliced water chestnuts, drained well
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds (toast in 300 degree oven for 10-15 minutes)

**I also added teriyaki marinated chicken-cut into little pieces