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Mom's Best Macaroni Salad

Mom's Best Macaroni Salad

Cost $10, save $15

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  • 480 Min
  • 16 Servings
  • $10

INGREDIENTS

  • Pasta

    • 16 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni

  • Vegetables

    • 🥕 4 carrots, shredded
    • 🧅 1 large red onion, chopped
    • ½ green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
    • ½ red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
    • 1 cup chopped celery

  • Condiments

    • 2 cups mayonnaise
    • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
    • 🍬 ½ cup white sugar
    • ½ cup white vinegar
    • 🧂 Salt and pepper to taste

STEPS

1

Gather all ingredients.

2

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Rinse under cold water; drain and set aside.

3

Stir together carrots, red onion, bell peppers, and celery in a large serving bowl. Mix in mayonnaise, condensed milk, sugar, vinegar, salt, and pepper until well combined.

4

Add macaroni; toss gently, then cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours.

5

Enjoy!

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

424

Calories

  • 7
    Protein
  • 45
    Carbs
  • 25
    Fats

💡 Refrigerating the salad for at least 8 hours allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.You can add other colorful veggies like cherry tomatoes or fresh herbs for a twist.For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.