Ingredients for Aunt Woofie S Macaroni Salad
- Salad Macaroni
- Water
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons horseradish sauce (or 4 tablespoons yellow mustard)
- Brine
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- Prepared Mustard
- 1/4 cup milk (or more, as needed)
- Green Olives
- Black Olives
- Dill Pickle Slices
- Green Onions
- Hard Boiled Eggs
- Hard Boiled Egg
- Paprika, for garnish (optional)
How to Make Aunt Woofie S Macaroni Salad
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 pound of elbow macaroni and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and rinse with cold water; set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons horseradish sauce (or 4 tablespoons yellow mustard), 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper until smooth.
- Gradually whisk in 1/4 cup milk until you reach your desired consistency. Add more milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed.
- Gently fold in 1/2 cup sliced black olives, 1/2 cup sliced green olives, 1/2 cup chopped dill pickles, and 1/4 cup chopped yellow onion.
- Add the 1/2 cup chopped hard-boiled eggs and stir gently to combine.
- Add the cooked macaroni and stir until evenly coated.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to blend.
- Before serving, garnish with 2 hard-boiled egg slices and a sprinkle of paprika, if desired.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
34 g
Sugar
30g
Fat
27g
Carbs
13g