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     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     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

Quincy Den Go Escarda
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This macaroni salad is a classic for a reason! It's simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I love the creamy dressing and the crunchy vegetables. It's the perfect side dish for any summer party.


Shadi Shadi
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This macaroni salad is a great side dish for any summer gathering. It's simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I love the addition of fresh herbs, which give it a nice pop of flavor.


Manoj Kamat
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This macaroni salad is a summer staple in our house. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with the kids. I love the fact that it can be made ahead of time, which makes it perfect for busy weeknights.


satty satty
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I'm not a big fan of macaroni salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The dressing is so flavorful and the macaroni is cooked perfectly. I also love the addition of bacon and cheese. It's a great side dish for any potluck or party.


Wajid Raza
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This macaroni salad is a classic for a reason! It's simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I love the creamy dressing and the crunchy vegetables. It's the perfect side dish for any summer party.


Shahni Shahni
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This is the best macaroni salad recipe I've ever tried. The dressing is so flavorful and the macaroni is cooked perfectly. I also love the addition of hard-boiled eggs and dill. It's a great side dish for any summer gathering.


Parvez
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I've made this macaroni salad several times now and it's always a success. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the fact that it can be made ahead of time, which makes it perfect for busy weeknights.


ziz Vendor
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This macaroni salad is a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the fact that it's made with whole wheat macaroni, which makes it a little healthier. The dressing is also really good - it's not too heavy or too sweet.


Dawn Edmondson
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I'm not a big fan of macaroni salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The dressing is so flavorful and the macaroni is cooked perfectly. I also love the addition of peas and carrots. It's a great side dish for any summer gathering.


Sverrir Stefansson
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This macaroni salad is a classic for a reason! It's simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I love the creamy dressing and the crunchy vegetables. It's the perfect side dish for any summer party.


Prasad Jayamanna
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This macaroni salad is a great side dish for any summer gathering. It's simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I love the addition of fresh herbs, which give it a nice pop of flavor.


Mike Keith
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This macaroni salad is a summer staple in our house. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with the kids. I love the fact that it can be made ahead of time, which makes it perfect for busy weeknights.


Felix Acheampong
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I'm not a big fan of macaroni salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The dressing is so flavorful and the macaroni is cooked perfectly. I also love the addition of bacon and cheese. It's a great side dish for any potluck or party.


Pain Man
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This macaroni salad is a classic for a reason! It's simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I love the creamy dressing and the crunchy vegetables. It's the perfect side dish for any summer party.


Makayla mccollum
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This is the best macaroni salad recipe I've ever tried. The dressing is so flavorful and the macaroni is cooked perfectly. I also love the addition of hard-boiled eggs and dill. It's a great side dish for any summer gathering.


Jo Taylor
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I've made this macaroni salad several times now and it's always a success. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the fact that it can be made ahead of time, which makes it perfect for busy weeknights.


westone kapindula
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This macaroni salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the fact that it's made with whole wheat macaroni, which makes it a little healthier. The dressing is also really good - it's not too heavy or too sweet.


Malik Abbas
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I'm not usually a fan of macaroni salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The dressing is so flavorful and the macaroni is cooked perfectly. I also love the addition of peas and carrots. It's a great side dish for any summer gathering.


Ediangu Gabriel
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This macaroni salad is a classic for a reason! It's simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I love the addition of celery and onion, which give it a nice crunch. And the dressing is just perfect - tangy and creamy. I'll definitely be making this a


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