Description

This recipe is the best macaroni salad ever! Even people who aren't pasta salad lovers will like it. Make it for a crowd or cut the recipe in half for your family.

Ingredients

• 1 lb. macaroni or small shells
• 1⁄2 c. finely chopped celery
• 1⁄2 c. finely grated carrot
• 1⁄4 c. finely chopped or grated onion
• 1⁄4 c. chopped green pepper, optional
• 6 hard-boiled eggs (5 chopped and 1 reserved to slice for garnish)
• paprika, for garnish
• Dressing:
• 2 c. Miracle Whip
• 1⁄4 c. vinegar
• 3⁄4 c. sugar
• 2 T. prepared mustard

Steps

1. Cook macaroni as directed on package in well salted boiling water, about 7 minutes; drain; cool.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients until well-combined and smooth.
3. In a large serving bowl, gently combine cooked macaroni, celery, carrots, onions and 5 chopped eggs. Fold the dressing gently into the macaroni mixture.