Tortellini Pasta Salad

• 1 large pkg fresh tortellini pasta, cooked according to package directions
• 1/2 cup grape tomatoes, 
• 1 cup black olives or green and black
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion (or chop them however you prefer)
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
• 1/2 cup Pepperonchini peppers, sliced thin
• 1/2 cup artichoke hearts, chopped
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella 
• 1/2 cup salami, diced
• 1/2 - 1 cup Caesar dressing

1. Cook tortellini, drain and let cool.

2. Prepare remaining ingredients. Combine all in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate to let the flavors combine. Serve cold.

Brisket in the Oven

Ingredients:
untrimmed brisket half
1 tablespoons of salt
1 tablespoons of black pepper
1/2 teaspoons cayenne
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
2 tablespoon dried onions
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/3 cup liquid smoke 
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

Rub seasoning into meat and place fat side up in large pan.  Mix liquid ingredients together and pour over.  Cover with foil and marinade over night or up to 2 days.  Bake covered at 250 for approximately 7-9 hours.  Remove from oven and let rest 30 minutes.  Remove fat and slice against the grain.