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Marvelous Macaroni Salad

This is a creamy macaroni salad that is rich and delicious and well...absolutely marvelous!
Prep Time13 minutes
Cook Time7 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Author: Real Life Real Issues | The Serial Chef | Joanne Byrnes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 Box Large Elbow Macaroni
  • 1 Large Shallot
  • 1 Medium Green Pepper
  • 3/4 tsp Dry Mustard
  • 3/4 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 3 tbsp Sour Cream
  • 1 tsp Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1/2 Cup Mayonnaise I prefer Hellman’s
  • 2 Sprinkles Paprika Optional for Garnish
  • 2 Sprigs Fresh Parsley Optional for Garnish

Instructions

  • Prep a pan of water on high heat for pasta and add salt per instructions on package.
  • While waiting for the pasta water to boil, dice the shallot and the pepper.
  • Once the pasta is cooked, rinse under cold water and drain completely in a strainer.
  • Rinse the pasta pot with cold water and dry with a towel. Add the drained pasta back into the pan.
  • Add the diced shallot and pepper.
  • Add the dry mustard, garlic powder, sour cream, sugar, salt and pepper. Mix well.
  • Add the cider vinegar and mayonnaise. Mix well.
  • Garnish with parsley and sprinkle with paprika.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl, cover and refrigerate.
  • Serve and enjoy!