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Classic Picnic Macaroni Salad

Yields4 ServingsTotal Time30 mins

Picnic Macaroni Salad and backyard barbecues are a match made in heaven. Make this dish in advance so the flavors can blend and you can focus on the grill.

Picnic macaroni salad with elbows, celery, and green peppers, topped with bread crumbs

Ingredients
 8 ounces Mueller’s® Elbows
 3/4 cup mayonnaise
 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
 1 tablespoon prepared mustard (optional)
 1 teaspoon sugar
 1 teaspoon salt
 1/4 teaspoon pepper
 1 cup sliced celery
 1 cup chopped green or red pepper
 1/4 cup chopped onion
 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional)
Cooking Directions
1

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain well and set aside to cool.

2

Combine mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl; stirring well.

3

Add cooked pasta, celery, peppers, and onion. Toss well to coat pasta and vegetables with dressing. Cover and chill to blend flavors.

4

If desired, top with breadcrumbs immediately before serving.

Nutrition Facts

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Serving size

4 Servings