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Classic Macaroni Salad

Perfect for potlucks, picnics and backyard BBQ's!
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Servings: 10

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. sm. elbow macaroni or ditalini pasta
  • 1 c. mayonnaise
  • 2 tsp. prepared yellow mustard
  • 3/4 c. sweet pickle relish or finely chopped bread & butter pickles
  • 2/3 c. fine chop roasted red peppers or finely chopped red bell pepper
  • 2/3 c. thin sliced black olives
  • 3/4 tsp. salt
  • 3/4 tsp. black pepper

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add a splash of olive oil. Add pasta and cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • Add remaining ingredients to a large bowl. Stir in cooled pasta. Taste, adjust seasoning if needed. Cover and chill at least 1 hour in the refrigerator or until ready to serve.