"You haven't had a sauce like this before...you're gonna love it!..."
INGREDIENTS
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Salad:
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1 pound pasta shells or macaroni, cooked according to package instructions and tossed with 1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled, plus extra for garnish, optional
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3/4 pound lean ground beef
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1 (15.25 oz.) can whole kernel corn, rinsed and drained
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1 (15.25 oz.) can black beans, rinsed and drained
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2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, halved
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1/3 cup green onion, finely chopped
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1/3 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
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1 teaspoon cumin
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
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Dressing:
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1 cup mayonnaise
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1/2 cup barbecue sauce
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1/4 cup spicy brown mustard
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2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
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2 teaspoons hot sauce