Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['vegetarian'], recipe: cook the pasta, let it cool (freezer for 1/2 hour is good and quick). cube and pan-fry (no oil needed) the ham, when ham is nice and warmed (little brown) add the diced onion -- helps fuse flavors without onion s being too soggy. cube the cheddar (same size as the ham). mix the broccoli, corn, roasted pepper, ham, cheese and grape tomatoes in a big bowl. when pasta is cool, add it to the mix. toss the pasta into the other ingredients, mix with olive oil (helps the parmesan -- next step) stick. add the parmesan cheese, and mix. makes 4 big, or 6-8 small portions.

Target recipe: cook pasta according to package directions except add crushed red pepper to the cooking water. rinse with cool water and drain thoroughly. cool pasta to room temperature. in a large mixing bowl combine pasta, sweet red pepper, yellow squash or zucchini, peas, olives, cheese, almonds, green onions and herb. add dressing to pasta mixture. toss gently to mix. cover and chill for 2 hours or up to 24 hours.