Ingredients

7

oz. (3 cups) uncooked bow tie pasta (farfalle)

2

cups diced cooked chicken breast

1/2

cup sliced celery

1

(3.53-oz.) pkg. sweetened dried cherries

1/4

cup slivered almonds, toasted

1/4

cup white wine vinegar

1/4

cup apple juice

3

tablespoons sugar

1/2

teaspoon dry mustard

1/2

teaspoon celery salt

1/4

cup oil

1/4

cup fat-free mayonnaise

2

teaspoons poppy seed

Preparation

Cook pasta to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain; rinse with cold water to cool. Drain well.

In large bowl, combine cooked pasta, chicken, celery and cherries; mix well.

In blender container, combine vinegar, apple juice, sugar, dry mustard and celery salt; blend until well mixed. With blender running, slowly add oil; blend until thick. Add mayonnaise and poppy seed; blend on low speed just until mixed.

Pour dressing over salad; toss gently to coat. Fold in almonds.