Macaroni Salad – Spend money

This macaroni salad recipe is a simple classic and perfect classic! Tender elbow macaroni, quick creamy seasoning and a small amount of add-ons will soon blend together.

Ingredient tips for macaroni salad

I found that macaroni noodles are one of the most comfortable pasta shapes – it’s perfect for everything from soup to mac and cheese and of course the classic macaroni salad recipe.

• pasta: I use elbow macaroni, but any short pasta can be used. Try ditialini, small shells or mini falfal (bow tie).
• Red onion: Onions add flavor, making sure they are diced so that they don’t overwhelm other flavors. To give it a milder flavor, either soak the diced onions in cold water or soak the green onions in place.
• load: Celery, red bell pepper and chopped carrots add freshness and crunch.

Seasoning for macaroni salad

• mayonnaise: Mayonnaise is the creamy base of this macaroni salad recipe.
• Tang: White vinegar or apple cider vinegar adds a bright, rich flavor.
• Sweetness: A little sugar and a tablespoon of sweet pickles in the sweet vinegar.

change

• dressing: Replace homemade seasonings with prepared coleslaw dressings. Make it lighter by replacing half of half
• Add-in: Add cheese, crumbled bacon, diced ham, cooked eggs or peas.

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Macaroni salad

Everyone loves this classic macaroni salad recipe! Loading in elbow macaroni and simple homemade seasonings.

Preparation time 20 minute minute

Cooking time 15 minute minute

Relaxation time 1 Hour Hour

Total time 1 Hour Hour 35 minute minute

author Holly Nelson

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• In a large pot, cook elbow macaroni in salted water according to the instructions on the package. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.

• To make dressings, In a large bowl, mix together mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, vegetable, mustard, salt and pepper. Mix well.

• Add clean macaroni, celery, carrots, red peppers and onions. Very good tossing. Taste as needed and add extra salt and pepper.

• Refrigerate the macaroni salad for at least 1 hour before serving.

*You will need 2 to 2 ½ Cup of additives. Use the list above as a basic macaroni salad, or change it to your preference. Other favorite attachments include pickles, olives, ham, sweet peas and cheddar.

• The elbow can be replaced with Ditalini, small shells or truck wheels.
• Insert the add-in about the size of the macaroni.
• Drain the pasta to stop it from cooking.
• Mix the seasoning directly into the salad bowl and add other ingredients to wash the dishes less.
• Store the remaining leftovers in a covered container for up to 4 days.

Calories: 432 | carbohydrate: 37g | protein: 6g | Fatty: 29g | Saturated fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated fat: 17g | Monounsaturated fat: 6g | Trans fat: 1g | cholesterol: 16mg | sodium: 408mg | Potassium: 214mg | fiber: 2g | sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 2332IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | calcium: 25mg | iron: 1mg

The nutritional information provided is an estimate and will vary depending on the cooking method and brand of the ingredients used.

course Pasta, salad, side dishes

gourmet food American

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