(The amounts of all ingredients, as well as the type of pasta, can {and should} be varied to suit your taste.)

2	boxes	garden rotini pasta
		deli ham, cut into 1/4 inch squares (amount to taste)
1	jar	mushrooms (undrained)
1/2	cup	diced celery
1	large box	raisins
2	cups	mayonnaise (or more, depending on moistness after adding to pasta)
		garlic powder (to taste)
		salt and pepper (to taste)
1	large container	Parmesan cheese (grated finely)

• Cook pasta according to box directions, then drain, rinse, and set aside.
• Mix all other ingredients except the Parmesan in a big bowl.
• Add pasta and Parmesan cheese to mixture, and stir. Just make sure to save a little Parmesan to put on top of the salad before serving.