Best 8 Macaroni Salad Cooked Dressing Recipes

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Macaroni salad is a versatile dish that can be served as a side or main course. It is made with cooked macaroni, mayonnaise, and a variety of other ingredients, such as celery, onion, and hard-boiled eggs. The cooked dressing version of macaroni salad uses a dressing that is cooked on the stovetop before being added to the macaroni. This gives the salad a richer, more flavorful taste. With so many different recipes available, finding the best one to suit your taste can be a challenge. This article will provide you with some tips on how to choose the best recipe for cooked dressing macaroni salad, as well as a few of our favorite recipes.

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CLASSIC MACARONI SALAD



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This is a salad that everyone seems to love. I always get lots of compliments on this recipe and it is just a pleasing taste that seems to suit everyone.

Provided by Graden

Categories     Salad     Pasta Salad     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 4h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 cup mayonnaise
¼ cup distilled white vinegar
⅔ cup white sugar
2 ½ tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
1 ½ teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 large onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
¼ cup grated carrot
2 tablespoons chopped pimento peppers

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni, and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Rinse under cold water and drain.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, mustard, salt and pepper. Stir in the onion, celery, green pepper, carrot, pimentos and macaroni. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving, but preferably overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390 calories, Carbohydrate 49.3 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 528.6 mg, Sugar 15.5 g

MACARONI SALAD



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Macaroni Salad is quick to throw together and so DELICIOUS! A versatile, fool-proof pasta salad with an incredible creamy dressing perfect to take to gatherings, Bbq's, lunches and dinners. Or serve as a popular side dish!

Provided by Karina

Categories     Salad

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 oz (250g) dry macaroni pasta
1/2 medium red bell pepper (capsicum), (seeded and finely chopped)
1/2 medium red onion, (finely diced)
1 small carrot, (peeled and shredded)
2 dill pickles, (finely chopped)
1/4 cup chopped celery
1 cup mayonnaise, ((S&W, Best Foods, Hellmann's, Japanese or any whole egg mayo))
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons white vinegar, ((adjust to taste))
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, (chopped)
1 tablespoon fresh chives
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Bring large pot of salted water to the boil over high heat. Add the pasta and boil until al dente (just fork-tender), or follow packet directions.
  • While pasta is boiling, prepare/chop SALAD ingredients and add them to a large serving bowl.
  • Mix DRESSING ingredients together in a small bowl.
  • Once pasta is cooked, drain and rinse under cool running water. Drain well and add to the rest of the SALAD ingredients in the large serving bowl.
  • Pour over DRESSING and toss well to evenly combine. Adjust salt, pepper and vinegar to taste.
  • Set aside for at least 15 minutes to let the ingredients warm close to room temperature and settle into each other before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403 kcal, Carbohydrate 34 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MACARONI SALAD WITH BASIL DRESSING



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When my husband and I planned our first garden, we overdid the tomato and zucchini plants. By the end of harvest, I was at my wit's end wondering what else I could do with all those vegetables (sound familiar?). That's when my sister and I came up with this great-tasting salad. Today, even though we have our garden under control, we still make this popular dish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
3 garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional
2/3 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
3 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced
2 to 3 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
7 to 8 ounces elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a blender container or food processor, combine the basil, garlic, pepper, and salt if desired. Process until finely chopped. Add oil and vinegar; process until well blended. Set aside. In a 4-qt. salad bowl, combine tomatoes, zucchini, macaroni and cheese; toss lightly. Pour dressing over all; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts :

COOKED SALAD DRESSING



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This was my mother's recipe used for potato salad, green salads and even pasta salad. For some tasty variations, you may add up to 2 teaspoons of Dijon mustard, honey or garlic to the basic recipe.-Doreen Martin, Kitimat, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 1-1/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/3 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon butter
1/2 cup mayonnaise
Torn mixed salad greens

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, flour, mustard and salt. Stir in egg until smooth. Gradually add vinegar and water. Cook and stir over medium heat for 3 minutes or until mixture reaches at least 160° and coats the back of a metal spoon. , Remove from the heat; stir in butter. Let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in mayonnaise until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. Serve with salad greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

AMISH MACARONI SALAD



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A colorful and flavorful macaroni salad made with hard cooked eggs, bell pepper and celery in a creamy dressing. Best macaroni salad I have ever had. I always get many requests for recipe. Enjoy!

Provided by CONNIE0751

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Macaroni Salad Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
3 large eggs hard-cooked eggs, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons dill pickle relish
2 cups creamy salad dressing (e.g. Miracle Whip)
3 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
¾ cup white sugar
2 ¼ teaspoons white vinegar
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon celery seed

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until tender. Drain, and set aside to cool.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the eggs, onion, celery, red pepper, and relish. In a small bowl, stir together the salad dressing, mustard, white sugar, vinegar, salt and celery seed. Pour over the vegetables, and stir in macaroni until well blended. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 532.3 calories, Carbohydrate 66 g, Cholesterol 132.7 mg, Fat 25.3 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 944.1 mg, Sugar 37.9 g

MACARONI SALAD (COOKED DRESSING) RECIPE



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Provided by á-36210

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 hard boiled eggs
1 box macaroni cooked
4 celery stalks diced
4 chopped green onions
1/2 C shredded carrots
2 tsp celery seed
Dressing
2 C sugar
1 1/2 C water
1 egg beaten
4 tsp cornstarch
1/2 C white vinegar
2 C mayonaise

Steps:

  • In large bowl stir together Eggs,celery,celery seed,carrots,onion, cooked macaroni. Dressing In med sauce pan stir together sugar and cornstarch. Add 1 beaten egg, water and vinegar. Cook until thick stirring constantly.Let cool completely and add mayo. stir in macaroni.

AMISH COOKED SALAD DRESSING



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This is from The Amish Cook Recollections and Recipes from an Old Order Amish Family by Elizabeth Coblentz with Kevin Williams. It's posted in response to a recipe request. The Amish community this recipe represents is in Indiana, the Midwestern part of the U.S.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 2 1/2 cups, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 egg
1 cup water, plus
1 tablespoon water (divided)
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons dry mustard
2/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat the egg with 1 tbsp of the water;set aside.
  • In a saucepan, whisk together the flour, mustard, and sugar, then whisk in the remaining 1 cup water, vinegar, oil and lemon juice; heat over medium heat for 1 minute, whisking continuously (the dressing will be thick).
  • Add the egg mixture to the flour mixture and continue to cook for about 1 minute, stirring until the dressing has a mashed potato consistency and is off-white in color.
  • Remove from heat, cover, and cool completely.
  • Store in a covered jar in the refrigerator (will keep for several weeks).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.9, Fat 8.6, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 10.6, Sodium 4.2, Carbohydrate 10.1, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 6.8, Protein 0.8

COOKED POTATO OR PASTA SALAD DRESSING



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Make and share this Cooked Potato or Pasta Salad Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 6m

Yield 2 CUPS

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons flour
1/2-1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard or 1 teaspoon prepared mustard
3 eggs, slightly beaten
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup white vinegar
black pepper
1/2-1 cup mayonnaise (NOT SALAD DRESSING)

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan mix all ingredients together.
  • Bring to a light boil, whisking constantly until thickened (about 2 minutes).
  • Remove from heat, cool slightly then whisk in mayo.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cool completely before adding to you potato or pasta salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 573.9, Fat 34.4, SaturatedFat 9.6, Cholesterol 354.9, Sodium 1133.3, Carbohydrate 52, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 29.7, Protein 13.2

Tips:

  • Use high-quality mayonnaise for the best flavor. Look for a brand that is made with fresh, simple ingredients and has a smooth, creamy texture.
  • Use freshly grated cheese for the best flavor and texture. Pre-shredded cheese can be dry and crumbly, and it doesn't melt as well.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your macaroni salad. This will add color, flavor, and texture. Some good options include celery, carrots, onion, bell pepper, and cucumber.
  • Cook the macaroni al dente. This means that it should be cooked until it is tender, but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked macaroni will be mushy and unpleasant.
  • Chill the macaroni salad before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and the salad will be more refreshing.
  • Serve macaroni salad with a variety of toppings. Some good options include hard-boiled eggs, bacon, tomatoes, and avocado.

Conclusion:

Macaroni salad is a classic summer side dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy dressing, tender macaroni, and variety of vegetables, macaroni salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for any occasion.

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