OLD FASHIONED MACARONI SALAD Recipe Image

OLD FASHIONED MACARONI SALAD

This easy old fashioned macaroni salad recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!

OLD FASHIONED MACARONI SALAD Recipe Image

OLD FASHIONED MACARONI SALAD

This easy old fashioned macaroni salad recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients
  

  • cups macaroni I use ditalini
  • /2 cups mayonnaise
  • stalks celery finely chopped
  • green onions, chopped green and white parts
  • /2 tablespoons mustard
  • tablespoon onion powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • hard boiled eggs chopped
  • paprika for garnish
  • Directions:
  • Prepare the pasta according to package directions. Rinse under cold water and set aside to drain well.
  • In a medium bowl whisk together the mayonnaise, celery, green onion, mustard, onion powder, salt and pepper.
  • Place the drained cooled pasta in a large bowl. Add the mayonnaise mixture and stir into the pasta until well combined. Gently stir in the chopped egg. Sprinkle with paprika, cover with plastic wrap, and chill for at least a couple of hours before serving.

Method
 

  1. For as long as I can remember, my mother has been making a similar version of this simple, classic macaroni salad recipe. It has always been my favorite. I don’t want anything fancy in my macaroni salad, so the simplest version works best for me.
  2. You must begin with the small noodles with the hole in the middle (otherwise known as ditalini). I suppose you could use small elbows too, but I personally love the little guys. I toss my macaroni salad with a mixture of mayo, mustard and onion powder. I mix in a small amount of chopped celery and green onions. Chopped hard-boiled eggs are folded in at the end.

Tips for the Best OLD FASHIONED MACARONI SALAD

  • Pre-heat & Prep: Always gather all ingredients before cooking old fashioned macaroni salad.
  • Flavor Adjustment: Adjust seasoning to taste near the end of cooking.
  • Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

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