Kicked Up Macaroni Salad

• 1 pound whole wheat elbow macaroni, prepared according to package
• 1 cup grated carrots
• 1/2 cup sliced green onions
• 1 red pepper, chopped
• 1 roasted red pepper, chopped
• 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
• 2 T. chopped banana peppers
• 1 cup cubed pepper jack cheese
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 3 Tablespoons mustard, any type
• 3 Tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• dash to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• lemon juice (1/2 lemon)

Directions:

1. Cook macaroni and allow to cool (or shock in ice water to cool quickly)

2. Mix mayonnaise, mustard, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper, cumin and cayenne pepper to make the dressing.

3. Combine macaroni, vegetables and cheese in large bowl. Toss with dressing.

4. Just before serving add lemon juice and toss.

5. Serve cold.