old fashioned macaroni salad

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Massapequa Park, NY
Updated on Jul 5, 2015

I found this recipe in a local newspaper. My family loved it. I like to try new recipes, and this one is a keeper. Hope your family enjoys it.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 5 Min
method Stove Top
yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 package macaroni, elbow
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown mustard
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon celery seed
  • 1/4 cup grated red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped sweet pickle
  • 3 - celery ribs, chopped
  • 1 - chopped green bell pepper
  • 1 cup cubed ham (opt)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrot
  • - kosher salt and black pepper to taste

How To Make old fashioned macaroni salad

  • Step 1
    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until tender. Drain and set aside.
  • Step 2
    In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, sugar, celery seed, grated onion and chopped sweet pickle. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Step 3
    Stir in celery, bell pepper, ham, cheddar cheese, and carrot.
  • Step 4
    Stir in drained pasta, cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving. Enjoy

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Category: Pasta Sides
Ingredient: Pasta
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top

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