Sweet Macaroni Salad Recipe
Introduction
Macaroni salad is a classic dish that is always present in every potluck, barbecue, or family gathering. It is a versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or a main course. This recipe will teach you how to make a sweet macaroni salad that is perfect for any occasion.Ingredients
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup condensed milk
- 1/2 cup pineapple tidbits
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped ham
- 1/2 cup chopped carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup pickle relish
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the macaroni
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook for 8-10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
Step 2: Prepare the dressing
In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, condensed milk, white vinegar, sugar, pickle relish, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until everything is well combined.
Step 3: Mix the ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, pineapple tidbits, raisins, grated cheddar cheese, chopped ham, chopped carrots, chopped onion, and chopped celery. Mix well until everything is evenly distributed.
Step 4: Add the dressing
Pour the prepared dressing over the macaroni mixture. Use a spatula to mix everything until the macaroni is well coated with the dressing.
Step 5: Chill and serve
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
Serving size: 1 cup
Calories: 387
Total fat: 20g
Saturated fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 26mg
Sodium: 491mg
Total carbohydrates: 42g
Dietary fiber: 2g
Sugars: 16g
Protein: 9g
Tips and Variations
- You can add other fruits like mandarin oranges or grapes to add more sweetness to the dish.
- If you want a creamier texture, you can add more mayonnaise or condensed milk to the dressing.
- You can substitute the ham with cooked chicken or turkey.
- You can use different types of pasta like fusilli or farfalle instead of elbow macaroni.
- To make the dish healthier, you can use low-fat mayonnaise and skip the condensed milk.