Mom’s Cheesy Macaroni Salad π§π₯
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 6
Description:
Mom’s Cheesy Macaroni Salad is a delightful blend of creamy macaroni, crunchy vegetables, and sharp cheddar cheese, all tossed in a tangy dressing. It’s the perfect side dish for picnics, barbecues, or any gathering where you want to impress with a crowd-pleasing recipe. This recipe is quick and easy to prepare, making it a go-to option for busy weeknights or last-minute get-togethers.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup chopped green onions
- 3 stalks celery, finely diced
- 1/2 cup chopped green peppers
- 1/4 cup chopped hard-boiled eggs (optional)
- 2 tablespoons prepared mustard
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sweet relish
- 1 cup salad dressing (such as mayonnaise or Miracle Whip)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 252
- Fat: 8.6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.9g
- Cholesterol: 39.4mg
- Sodium: 708.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1.3g
- Sugar: 8.6g
- Protein: 10.5g
Instructions:
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Cook Macaroni: Cook the macaroni and cheese dinner according to the package instructions. Once cooked, let it cool to room temperature.
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Prepare Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the chopped green onions, diced celery, chopped green peppers, and hard-boiled eggs (if using).
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Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked and cooled macaroni dinner to the bowl of vegetables. Gently toss to combine all the ingredients.
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Prepare Dressing: In a separate bowl, mix together the sweet relish, prepared mustard, and salad dressing until well combined.
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Add Dressing: Pour the dressing mixture over the macaroni and vegetable mixture. Toss lightly until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
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Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the salad and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
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Final Toss: Gently toss all the ingredients together until the cheese is evenly distributed throughout the salad.
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Chill: Cover the salad and refrigerate for 4-6 hours to allow the flavors to meld together and for the salad to chill thoroughly.
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Serve: Once chilled, give the salad a final toss before serving. Enjoy this creamy and cheesy macaroni salad as a delicious side dish alongside your favorite grilled meats or as a standalone meal.
Enjoy your Mom’s Cheesy Macaroni Salad! π
