JUDY'S MACARONI SALAD

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After finding this vintage macaroni salad recipe years ago, I tweaked the flavor and bumped up the pickles. Tuck this dill pickle pasta salad inside your picnic basket. -Elizabeth Kirchgatter, Maysville, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2-1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1-1/2 cups mayonnaise
1/4 cup sweet pickle juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
6 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
6 sweet pickles, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain macaroni; rinse with cold water and drain well., In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, pickle juice, salt and pepper. Stir in cheese, eggs and pickles. Add macaroni; toss gently to coat. Refrigerate, covered, until chilled, at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347 calories, Fat 28g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 113mg cholesterol, Sodium 413mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Molemo Thekiso
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This macaroni salad is way too sweet for my taste.


Mike Barker
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my macaroni salad turned out bland. Maybe I didn't add enough dressing?


Shahdat Emon
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This macaroni salad is a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


AChi Beltus
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I love the addition of cheese to this macaroni salad. It gives it a nice creamy texture.


Prince Hanif
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This macaroni salad is a great make-ahead dish. It's even better the next day.


CUMPUTER ANALYSis
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I'm not a big fan of macaroni salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious!


Rion Khan
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This macaroni salad is a great way to use up leftover macaroni.


Ariana Bumblebee
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I love that this macaroni salad is made with fresh ingredients. It really makes a difference in the taste.


Febe Wintmolders
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This macaroni salad is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue.


Amanda Crawford
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I made this macaroni salad for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about it.


File Frp
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This macaroni salad is a classic for a reason. It's simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Hasnen Khan
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This is the best macaroni salad I've ever had! It's so creamy and flavorful. I love the addition of celery and onion.


ali farhat
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This macaroni salad is so good! The dressing is flavorful and the macaroni is cooked just right. I will definitely be making this again.


Question Jolly
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Judy's macaroni salad was a hit at our family picnic! Everyone loved the creamy, tangy dressing and the perfectly cooked macaroni.