Gather These:

-1 lb. of your favorite pasta – shells always remind me of home, but any shape works!

-Crisp Veggies: 1 cup each of diced celery, cucumber, red onion, radiant red pepper, and refreshing green pepper.

-A surprise: 1 cup frozen peas

-The Magic Dressing: A blend of 1/2 cup each of mayonnaise and sour cream, 1/4 cup of white vinegar, the same amount of sugar, and a teaspoon each of garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

The Making:

Start by dancing with the pasta: cook it as per its package, then drain the energy out.

In a vessel large enough to hold summer memories, tumble in the pasta, celery, cucumber, and all those vibrant veggies.

Now, for the heart of the dish – whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, sugar, and spices in a bowl till they sing in harmony.

Time to marry the two! Pour that delightful dressing over your pasta medley, making sure every nook and corner gets a touch of its magic.

Let it chill in the refrigerator, soaking up all the flavors for at least 2 hours. The longer, the better.

Serve with a smile, and watch as it becomes the star of your meal.