Blackberry Ginger Pasta Salad

Directions

1. Prepare pasta according to package instructions. Rinse pasta in cold water; drain again. Place in large bowl; set aside.
2. While pasta is cooking, heat half of blackberries in small saucepan with the sugar and ginger. Cook over medium low heat for 10 minutes. Remove from heat; cool.
3. Strain the blackberries through a sieve, then combine with the vinegar and oil. Whisk until smooth.
4. In a large bowl, combine pasta, blackberry vinaigrette, cucumbers, peppers, cheese and remaining blackberries. Season with salt and pepper, as desired. Serve chilled.