Bacon Ranch Macaroni Salad Recipe

Craving the ultimate creamy, dreamy macaroni salad? This Bacon Ranch Macaroni Salad recipe is the best you'll ever taste! Perfectly cooked pasta tossed in a homemade bacon ranch dressing, it's bursting with flavor and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser at your next barbecue, potluck, or family gathering. Get ready for a taste explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 363.1 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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How to Make Bacon Ranch Macaroni Salad

  1. Cook 1 pound of macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Dice 6 slices of raw bacon into small pieces and fry in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, reserving 2 tablespoons of bacon grease.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 packet of ranch dressing mix, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 cup mayonnaise, and 1/4 cup milk until smooth.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, bacon, ranch dressing mixture, and the reserved bacon grease. Gently toss to coat evenly.
  5. Add 1/2 cup chopped celery, 1/2 cup chopped red onion, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional). Stir gently to combine.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

35g

Carbs

10g

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