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Classic Macaroni Salad
This tried and true classic Macaroni Salad recipe is perfect for potlucks and ideal for making in advance!
👥 6 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 50 min⏳ Prep: 20 min🔥 Cook: 30 min👤 Amy Flanigan📖 bellyfull
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- pot
- bowl
- mixing bowl
- whisk
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook macaroni al dente according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water, then toss with a teaspoon or 2 of olive oil to prevent sticking while you prepare the rest of the salad.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, bell pepper, celery, red onion, gherkins, cheddar cheese, and eggs. Set aside and prepare the dressing.
cheddar cheese (, cubed small)4 ounces
3
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, pickle juice, cider vinegar, granulated sugar, mustard, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until combined and smooth.
cider vinegar1 tablespoongranulated sugar1 tablespoon
4
Pour dressing over pasta and toss until everything is well coated.
5
Garnish with just a sprinkle of paprika before serving, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
calories
464 kcal
fat Content
30 g
serving Size
1 serving
fiber Content
2 g
sugar Content
9 g
sodium Content
602 mg
protein Content
11 g
trans Fat Content
1 g
cholesterol Content
37 mg
carbohydrate Content
38 g
saturated Fat Content
9 g
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