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Amish Macaroni Salad

Amish Macaroni Salad: Creamy Comfort for Every Gathering

Amish Macaroni Salad is a budget-friendly and crowd-pleasing dish perfect for gatherings, blending sweet and tangy flavors with crunchy veggies.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 24 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Elbow Macaroni Cook to al dente to prevent mushiness after chilling.
  • 3 large Hard-Boiled Eggs Chop finely for even distribution.
  • 1 cup Celery Finely chopped for a well-balanced texture.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Optional for color and subtle sweetness.
  • 1 cup Sweet Pickle Relish Can be swapped for dill relish.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Use full-fat for best flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Yellow Mustard Adds tangy depth to the dressing.
  • 2 tbsp Sugar Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 2 tbsp White Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 tsp Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Cutting board
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cook the elbow macaroni in a pot of salted boiling water for 7-9 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Finely chop the celery, red bell pepper, and hard-boiled eggs. Place in a mixing bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, yellow mustard, sugar, white vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Combine the cooled macaroni with the chopped vegetables and eggs. Pour the dressing over and toss gently.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or ideally overnight to enhance flavors before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is perfect for gatherings and can be made in advance. The flavors improve after chilling, making it even more delicious when served.

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