Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix dressing ingredients; set aside.
  2. Cook pasta according to package directions, drain, rinse with cool water, drain again; set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, toss remaining ingredients; add cooled & drained pasta, toss again.
  4. Spoon dressing over the tossed crab & pasta, stir well to coat everything.
  5. Can be chilled at this point, or served at room temperature.
  6. Leftovers should be kept refrigerated & eaten within a day or so.
  7. VARIATIONS: Shrimp, green olives, fresh mushrooms, minced red onion, minced bell pepper (colorful!), fresh or frozen (thawed) peas, a dab of curry powder for color & flavor, salt & pepper to taste.