Creamy Macaroni Salad
This creamy macaroni salad recipe is a classic cold noodle dish with oodles of crowd appeal. It features tender macaroni and crisp, colorful veggies tossed with an ultra-creamy, sweet-and-tangy dressing.
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Serves: 16
Calories per serving: 106
Ingredients:
Cook time:
Serves: 16
Calories per serving: 106
1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni
1 cup mayonnaise
3 to 4 milk
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 small sweet yellow, orange or red pepper, finely chopped
1 small green pepper, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 celery rib, finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Directions:
Cook the macaroni according to the package directions. Drain, rinse with cold water and drain again. Editor's Tip: Water can get trapped in the holes of the macaroni, so make sure to vigorously shake the colander to free any hidden droplets.
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, water, vinegar, sugar, salt, garlic powder and pepper until blended.
In a large bowl, combine the cooled macaroni, peppers, onion and celery. Add 1 cup dressing and toss to coat. Refrigerate the salad, covered, until chilled, about two hours. Also, cover and refrigerate the remaining dressing.
When you're ready to serve the salad, mix in the remaining dressing and sprinkle the salad with parsley. Editor's Tip: Now is a good time to taste the salad and decide if it needs more salt, pepper, vinegar or spice. Don't be afraid to season it to your liking.
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In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, water, vinegar, sugar, salt, garlic powder and pepper until blended.
In a large bowl, combine the cooled macaroni, peppers, onion and celery. Add 1 cup dressing and toss to coat. Refrigerate the salad, covered, until chilled, about two hours. Also, cover and refrigerate the remaining dressing.
When you're ready to serve the salad, mix in the remaining dressing and sprinkle the salad with parsley. Editor's Tip: Now is a good time to taste the salad and decide if it needs more salt, pepper, vinegar or spice. Don't be afraid to season it to your liking.
Source: tasteofhome.com
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