PASTA SALAD WITH OLIVES & MOZZARELA

l tbxps. olive oil
2 tbsps. salt
l lb. pasta, small tubes or shells
3/4 cp olive oil
l cup cubed mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup black olives
2 med tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and diced
l large red onion diced
3 pickling cukes or kirbies peeled and diced
2 bunches fresh oragano, leaves only, chopped
l/3 cup red wine vinegar
3 dashes hot sauce
s&p to taste
Bring l gallon salted water to boil in large pot. Add l tbsps. olive oil and pasta and cook until al dente about 6-8 mins. Drain in colander, shaking vigorously and immediately transfer to an oiled cookie sheet or clean countertop to cool. When cool transfer to a bowl and toss with l/4 cup olive oil. Mix all remaining ingredients in a bowl. Toss with pasta and adjust seasonings.
Serves 6 to 8 Food TV Network