Easy Layered Pasta Salad for Potlucks and Parties - My Home Made Recipe

Ingredients

• 8 oz (225 g) small pasta shells or rotini
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, for the pasta water
• 3 cups chopped romaine lettuce, washed and dried
• 1 cup (140 g) frozen peas, thawed and drained
• 1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup (130 g) diced cucumber
• 1/2 cup (55 g) thinly sliced red onion
• 1/2 cup (70 g) sliced black olives, drained
• 1 cup (150 g) diced smoked ham
• 1 cup (115 g) shredded or cubed cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup (115 g) mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup (120 ml) ranch dressing
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Salt, to taste