Pasta Salad

• 3 cups cooked pasta
• 2 tablespoons chopped sweet onion
• 1⁄4 cup chopped celery
• 1⁄4 cup chopped carrots
• 1⁄4 cup frozen peas, thawed
• 2 tablespoons chopped red or green bell pepper
• 1 1⁄2 cups chopped ham
• 1⁄2 cup cubed cheddar cheese (optional)
• 1⁄4 cup fat free or low fat Italian dressing

Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.