American Macaroni Salad Recipe
Sure! Here's a classic and creamy American Macaroni Salad recipe-a favorite at picnics, BBQs, and potlucks across the U.S.
Ingredients:
2 cups Elbow macaroni (uncooked)
1 cup Mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar)
1 teaspoon Sugar
Salt and black pepper to taste
1/2 cup Celery, finely chopped
1/4 cup Red bell pepper, finely chopped
1/4 cup Green bell pepper (optional), finely chopped
1/4 cup Red onion, finely chopped
2 Hard-boiled eggs, chopped (optional)
1/4 cup Sweet pickle relish (or chopped dill pickles, optional)
Paprika, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
Cook the Macaroni:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until tender but firm (al dente).
Drain and rinse under cold water. Let it cool completely.
Make the Dressing:
In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
Combine Ingredients:
Add the cooled macaroni to the dressing.
Stir in celery, bell peppers, red onion, eggs (if using), and pickle relish.
Mix until everything is well coated.
Chill:
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to blend.
Serve:
Garnish with a sprinkle of paprika or extra chopped eggs on top if desired.
Serve cold.
Tips:
For extra creaminess, add a splash of milk before serving if the salad thickens in the fridge.
Adjust seasoning after chilling-cold foods often need a bit more salt.
You can add chopped ham or shredded chicken for a heartier salad.