Kathy s Delicious Italian Pasta Salad

1 (16 ounce) package dry penne pasta

12 ounces roasted red peppers

7 ounces black olives, chopped

1 small yellow onion, chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

16 ounces mozzarella cheese, cubed

5 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped

¼ pound Genoa salami, cut into strips

¾ cup olive oil

½ cup balsamic vinegar

ground black pepper to taste

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold running water until cool.

Mix together: red peppers, olives, onion, garlic, mozzarella cheese, tomatoes and salami.

Combine in large bowl, pasta and vegetable mixture. Pour in olive oil, balsamic vinegar and black pepper. Mix well together.