Macaroni Salad By Ida Mae Recipe

Name: Macaroni Salad By Ida Mae
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1 pound Small Shell Pasta; Cheddar Cheese (no quantity found in recipe); 1/2 cup chopped celery; 4 slices crispy cooked bacon, crumbled; 1 (15 ounce) can peas, drained; Green Pepper (no quantity found in recipe); 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; Miracle Whip (no quantity found in recipe, recipe uses mayonnaise); 1 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup chopped red onion; 1/2 cup chopped sweet pickle relish; 1/4 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons white vinegar; 1 teaspoon yellow mustard; 1/2 cup diced cooked ham (optional substitute); 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional); 1 tablespoon honey mustard (optional); 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional); 1 teaspoon dried onion flakes (optional)

A family favorite macaroni salad recipe passed down through generations! This creamy, dreamy salad is bursting with flavor and is perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or a simple weeknight meal. Get ready for rave reviews – it's so good, it won't last long! Easily customizable with your favorite additions.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 40 mins

Calories 167.7 kcal

Protein 14g

Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Macaroni Salad By Ida Mae

1 pound Small Shell Pasta
Cheddar Cheese (no quantity found in recipe)
1/2 cup chopped celery
4 slices crispy cooked bacon, crumbled
1 (15 ounce) can peas, drained
Green Pepper (no quantity found in recipe)
1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Miracle Whip (no quantity found in recipe, recipe uses mayonnaise)
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup chopped sweet pickle relish
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
1/2 cup diced cooked ham (optional substitute)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
1 tablespoon honey mustard (optional)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
1 teaspoon dried onion flakes (optional)

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How to Make Macaroni Salad By Ida Mae

Cook 1 pound of elbow macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and rinse with cold water to cool quickly.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni with 1 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 cup chopped celery, 1/4 cup chopped red onion, 1/2 cup chopped sweet pickle relish, 1/4 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons white vinegar, 1 teaspoon yellow mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
Add 4 slices of crispy cooked bacon, crumbled (or substitute with 1/2 cup cooked ham, diced).
Gently stir in 1 (15 ounce) can of peas, drained (or substitute with 3/4 cup frozen peas, thawed and drained).
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld. Taste and adjust seasonings (salt, pepper, mayonnaise, etc.) as needed before serving.
**Optional additions:** Experiment with 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon of honey mustard, 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley, or 1 teaspoon of dried onion flakes for extra flavor.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

Carbs

11g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American Salads Pasta American Dietary Midwestern Pasta Rice And Grains Pasta Shells