👩🏻🍳 Detailed procedure
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✨ Step 1 – Prepare the dressing
1️⃣ In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, white wine vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning.
2️⃣ Mix with a whisk or fork until smooth and creamy.
3️⃣ Cover and let it rest in the refrigerator while you prepare the other ingredients: this will allow the flavors to blend better.
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✨ Step 2 – Cook and cool the pasta
1️⃣ Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2️⃣ Cook the farfalle pasta al dente following the times indicated on the package.
3️⃣ Drain and immediately refresh under cold running water to stop the cooking and maintain its consistency.
4️⃣ Drain well and transfer to a large bowl, stirring with a drizzle of oil to prevent sticking.
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✨ Step 3 – Prepare the vegetables and other ingredients
1️⃣ If using frozen peas and mukimame, be sure to thaw them completely and drain any excess water.
2️⃣ Wash and finely chop the romaine lettuce, making sure it is well dried to avoid wetting the salad too much.
3️⃣ Thinly slice the radishes, spring onions, and shallots.
4️⃣ Drain the artichoke hearts well and chop them if necessary.
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✨ Step 4 – Assemble the layered salad
1️⃣ In a large clear bowl or glass container (such as a soup bowl or baking dish), begin arranging the ingredients in well-defined layers for a beautiful visual effect:
first layer: chopped romaine lettuce
second layer: bow tie pasta
third layer: peas
fourth layer: mukimame (or snow peas)
fifth layer: diced cooked ham
sixth layer: artichoke hearts
seventh layer: sliced radishes
eighth layer: chopped spring onions
Don’t forget to add shallots between the layers for an extra touch of flavor.
2️⃣ Reserve the grated Parmesan for the top.
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✨ Step 5 – Season and serve
1️⃣ Pour the prepared creamy dressing over the salad in layers, trying to distribute it well up to the edges.
2️⃣ Sprinkle the surface with grated Parmesan cheese, creating an inviting layer.
3️⃣ Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving: this will allow the flavors to meld and the salad will be fresh and tasty.
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✨ Step 6 – When ready to serve
1️⃣ Remove the pasta salad from the refrigerator and mix well, so that the dressing evenly coats each ingredient.
2️⃣ Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve chilled.
