Pasta, Cheese and Peas Summer Salad by This Old Gal

– 8 Slices Crisp Bacon (chopped or crumbled)
– 1 pound Gemelli or Cavatappi Pasta
– 1 tablespoon Sea Salt
– 3.5 cups Fresh Water (4 cups, if using Fresh Peas)
– 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
– 1/4 cup Plain Yogurt or Sour Cream (or Mayonnaise, if a heavier result is desired)
– 1.5 teaspoons Lemon Juice
– 1 teaspoon White Sugar
– 1.5 teaspoons Apple Cider Vinegar
– 1.5 teaspoons Worcestershire Sauce
– 1/4 cup Red Onion (finely diced)
– 10 oz Green Peas
– 4 oz Sharp Cheddar Cheese (cubed or grated)
– Salt to taste
– 1/4 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper (freshly ground, or to taste)

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 4 min
Total Time: 14 min