Best 7 Moms Best Macaroni Salad Recipes

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Comforting and classic, mom's best macaroni salad is a dish that brings nostalgic memories of family gatherings and summer potlucks. With its creamy mayonnaise dressing, tender macaroni, and a delightful mix of crisp vegetables, this salad is a true crowd-pleaser. Whether you are looking to elevate your next picnic or simply crave a taste of home, this article will guide you through the steps of creating the ultimate macaroni salad, just like mom used to make.

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MOM'S BEST MACARONI SALAD RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Mom's Best Macaroni Salad Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by Proud2bGramma

Number Of Ingredients 11

16 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni
4 carrots, shredded
1 large red onion, chopped
1/2 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 cup chopped celery
2 cups mayonnaise
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup white vinegar
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni, and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Rinse under cold water, and drain. In a large bowl, stir together the carrots, red onion, green pepper, red pepper and celery. Mix in the mayonnaise, condensed milk, sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper. Add the macaroni, toss gently, cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours. I usually make this a day ahead of time, and stir it occasionally to blend the flavors. The macaroni will absorb some of the liquid.

MY MOM'S AWESOME MACARONI SALAD (ENOUGH TO FEED A CROWD!)



My Mom's Awesome Macaroni Salad (enough to feed a crowd!) image

This was my Mom's recipe. She never wrote anything down, so the amounts on the seasonings are estimates and 'to taste.' She always said the key ingredient was 'love.'

Provided by MHudson

Categories     Salad     Seafood Salad Recipes     Shrimp Salad Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
2 ½ cups mayonnaise
¼ cup white vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons seasoned salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
2 (5 ounce) cans chunk light tuna in water, drained and flaked
2 (4 ounce) cans baby shrimp, drained
1 large cucumber, seeded and chopped
1 small sweet onion, chopped
4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
1 pinch paprika

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes; drain. Rinse macaroni with cold water until chilled; drain.
  • Mix mayonnaise, white vinegar, seasoned salt, sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper in a large bowl with a whisk until smooth. Stir tuna, baby shrimp, cucumber, and sweet onion into the mayonnaise mixture to coat ingredients completely; add chopped eggs and stir. Pour chilled macaroni into the bowl and stir; top with sliced eggs. Garnish salad with paprika.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 1 hour to overnight before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 560.8 calories, Carbohydrate 31.6 g, Cholesterol 162 mg, Fat 40.2 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 451.1 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

MOM'S CLASSIC MACARONI SALAD



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Creamy and flavourful, with red and green bell peppers, green relish, green onions, and cheddar cheese; Mom's Classic Macaroni Salad is a dish served best any time you like! Because, when something tastes this good, it's good any time and all the time!

Provided by Lord Byron's Kitchen

Categories     Main Course     Salad     Side Dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

450 grams macaroni, (cooked according to package instructions, drained and rinsed under cold water until cold)
½ small red bell pepper, (finely chopped)
½ small green bell pepper, (finely chopped)
¼ cup green onions, (finely sliced)
1 cup cheddar cheese, (diced)
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1 cup mayonnaise
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Placed the cooked, cooled macaroni into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
  • In a smaller bowl, add the sweet pickle relish, sugar, yellow mustard, mayonnaise, salt and pepper; stir well to combine.
  • Add the sauce to the macaroni and stir well.
  • Next, add the red and green peppers, green onions, and the diced cheddar cheese, to the bowl of macaroni and toss to combine.
  • Transfer to a glass bowl with a tight fitting lid. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

MOM'S BEST MACARONI SALAD



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Mom's Best Macaroni Salad is a creamy, tangy but not too tangy macaroni salad that will compliment any picnic or BBQ!

Provided by Yvonne

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 c. uncooked elbow macaroni
1/2 c. miracle whip
1/3 c. real mayo
1/2 c. pickle relish (sweet or dill to preference)
1 tbsp. pimentos
1 tbsp. chopped olives
Salt & pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions.
  • Drain; set aside to cool.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients and mix until all are fully incorporated.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 kcal, Carbohydrate 40 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Sodium 298 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MOM'S BEST MACARONI SALAD



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This is, by far, the best macaroni salad I've ever put into my mouth. It has a perfect blend of sweetness and tartness, and it is so pretty with all of the multi-colored veggies. Be ready for this to disappear before you put it on the table! I have six children, and it is all I can do to keep them from nibbling on it while I'm mixing it up!

Provided by Renee Chase

Categories     Salad     Pasta Salad     Macaroni Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

16 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni
4 carrots, shredded
1 large red onion, chopped
½ green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
½ red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 cup chopped celery
2 cups mayonnaise
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
½ cup white sugar
½ cup white vinegar
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni, and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Rinse under cold water, and drain.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the carrots, red onion, green pepper, red pepper and celery. Mix in the mayonnaise, condensed milk, sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper. Add the macaroni, toss gently, cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours. I usually make this a day ahead of time, and stir it occasionally to blend the flavors. The macaroni will absorb some of the liquid.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.2 calories, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 18.8 mg, Fat 24.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 205.4 mg, Sugar 21.7 g

MOM'S MACARONI AND POTATO SALAD



Mom's Macaroni and Potato Salad image

My mom and grandma's macaroni and potato salads are family favorites and we have them a lot for summer get togethers. This is a combination of both recipes made into one and submitted for the Craze-E Contest.

Provided by lauralie41

Categories     Potato

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb shell pasta
4 new potatoes, if small use 6
4 hard-boiled eggs
15 ounces peas
1/4 cup plain yogurt
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 large sweet onion, diced
2 carrots, chopped finely
2 stalks celery, chopped finely
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Wash and peel the new potatoes than cut into cubes. Add potatoes and eggs to a dutch oven or large pot and over medium high heat cook until potatoes are just fork tender, approximately 20 minutes. (Do not let the potatoes get over cooked because they will turn to mush when making the salad.) Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Drain pasta well and place in a large mixing bowl. When potatoes and eggs are ready drain well and set eggs in a bowl of ice water to cool. Add potatoes to mixing bowl with pasta and add remaining ingredients. Peel and chop eggs, add to bowl. Gently fold everything together, taste, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Place in refrigerator until chilled or overnight for best flavor. More mayonnaise and yogurt can be added if creamier texture is desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 933.8, Fat 22.8, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 225.4, Sodium 453.7, Carbohydrate 150.7, Fiber 15, Sugar 17.1, Protein 32

MOM'S MACARONI SALAD



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This is a recipe that my mom perfected years ago. I made her write it down so that I could duplicate it. She gives me directions like mayo 1/2" above label of quart jar. Well Best Foods has changed their jars from quarts 32 oz. to a 30 oz. jar, the chumps. So I had to measure everything out, wanted to do it anyways so I could post it here for safe keeping. Have taken this to many BBQ's and I always come home with an empty bowl. The sauce should be very salty tasting, if not add more season salt. If you want more color add more paprika. You can decorate the top with a sliced hardboiled egg, parsley and paprika if you want a nice presentation. This needs to sit for a minimum of 4 hours for the flavors to blend. I just noticed that Beau Monde Seasoning is not showing up, it's the the missing ingredient for the tablespoon. Edited 7/13/09 to reviewer that does not take zmails. YES THE DOZEN EGGS IS CORRECT.

Provided by Shirl

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 1h

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb elbow macaroni, large
1 (6 ounce) can large olives, pitted
1 (4 ounce) jar pimientos, diced
1 small onion, diced
2 whole dill pickles, diced
1 dozen egg, hardboiled chopped
2 1/2 cups mayonnaise, Best Foods
1 tablespoon mustard, heaping
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup canola oil
1 tablespoon parsley, heaping
1 tablespoon beau monde seasoning
1 tablespoon season salt, heaping
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon celery salt
1 dash pepper

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package, drain and place in large bowl.
  • Drain olives and pimentos add to bowl.
  • Dice onion and pickles add to bowl.
  • In smaller bowl add sauce ingredients and mix well.
  • Add sauce to macaroni mixture and mix well.
  • Chop eggs and stir into macaroni mix well.
  • Cover and refrigerate for a couple of hours, taste adding more season salt if necessary (I always need to add more).
  • Cover and let sit refrigerated until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 554.9, Fat 33.1, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 238.6, Sodium 842.1, Carbohydrate 51.8, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 6.2, Protein 13.6

Tips:

  • Use high-quality macaroni: Choose a brand that is made with durum wheat semolina and has a good texture.
  • Cook the macaroni al dente: This means that it should be cooked until it is still slightly firm to the bite.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add color, flavor, and texture to your salad. Some good choices include celery, carrots, red onion, bell peppers, and peas.
  • Use a flavorful dressing: The dressing is what really brings a macaroni salad together. Use a combination of mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, vinegar, and herbs and spices to create a dressing that is both creamy and tangy.
  • Chill the salad before serving: This will help the flavors to meld and make the salad more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Macaroni salad is a classic summer dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and backyard barbecues. It is easy to make, can be customized to your liking, and is always a crowd-pleaser. So next time you are looking for a simple and delicious side dish, give macaroni salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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