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best-ever macaroni salad

(1 rating)
Recipe by
A MARIE CLEEK
JOHNSON CITY, TN

OUR NIECE SONJA LOVES THIS RECIPE. I CAN'T REMEMBER THE SOURCE OF THIS RECIPE BUT IT HAS BEEN A FAVORITE AT COOKOUTS.

(1 rating)
yield 6 - 8
prep time 1 Hr
method Blend

Ingredients For best-ever macaroni salad

  • 1 c
    finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1-1/2 c
    mayonnaise
  • 2-1/2 Tbsp
    vinegar
  • 3 tsp
    prepared mustard
  • 3/4 tsp
    celery seed
  • 2 tsp
    salt
  • 1/4 tsp
    pepper
  • 4 c
    elbow macaroni, cooked
  • 1/2 c
    celery, sliced
  • 1/2 c
    scallions, cutup
  • 1/2 c
    green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/4 c
    radishes, sliced
  • 2
    hard-boiled eggs, mashed

How To Make best-ever macaroni salad

  • 1
    Combine [wisk] cheese, mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, celery seeds, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  • 2
    Add remaining ingredients; using a spatula, toss gently and combine well.
  • 3
    Cover; chill for 2 or more hours for best flavor.
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