Barbeque Macaroni Salad

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"A macaroni salad with a twist. Great for summer parties. You can garnish with hard-boiled eggs and tomato wedges, if desired." — Jill

Directions

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain, and rinse under cold water. Put macaroni in a serving bowl, and mix in the marinara sauce, celery, relish, olives, onion, mayonnaise and chili powder. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jul 21, 2007

I have been making this salad for years. First found it on the back of Golden Grain macaroni package. My family loved it. It has been a hit at potlucks and barbeques over the years. My son's most requested dish. As I reviewed the recipe I found a couple of discrepancies. First the macaroni was a 16 oz.package. Second it called for 1 cup of marinara sauce. At the time the recipe appeared on the package Golden Grain had an 8 oz. Can of marinara sauce on the market.

—DOLLARSHORT

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jan 20, 2004

Terrible, the more we ate the more we didn't like it!

—Luvs2Cook!

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14 Ratings

Feb 03, 2005

It was delicious. Everyone at work loved it and several asked for the recipe. I think it tastes better the longer it is refrigerated! Yummy!

—DPFARRELL

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Jun 17, 2009

I agree with "DOLLAR SHORT" about the ingredients in the salad. However, I remember the salad recipe on the back of a 'Salad Macaroni' not 'Elbow Macaroni'. The salad is delicious!!!

—KR

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Jul 02, 2007

I believe this salad was originally introduced on the Golden Grain mac salad pasta package a million years ago :). My mother made it for us as kids and we never let he make any other kind. However, the recipe called for chopped black olives. It's the only mac salad I make and now my daughter makes it as well. It's kind of a family tradition. It's the hit of every pot luck and every BBQ.

—LdyHarley

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Nov 02, 2007

Thanks so much for sharing this recipe!! Had lost my copy from years ago and now I can make for a party this weekend!! Thank you!!

—Elaine1952

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Aug 24, 2007

This salad is delicious. This is a big hit at potlucks or other gatherings. Most people prefer it to traditional macaroni salad. While it's not exactly barbecue flavor, I couldn't think of a better name for it. If you are having doubts, please at least try this recipe. From the ingredients list, it seems strange, but it actually has a remarkably good flavor.

—J. Glenn Kunzler

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Oct 28, 2010

Have been everywhere searching for this recipe, finally found it. It;s soooo good. Lost my original.

—tkdgram

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Nutrition

Calories
375 kcal
19%

Carbohydrates
35.5 g
11%

Cholesterol
11 mg
4%

Fat
24.4 g
37%

Fiber
2.7 g
11%

Protein
4.9 g
10%

Sodium
565 mg
23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Barbeque Macaroni Salad

Serving Size: 1/12 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 12
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 375
Calories from Fat: 219

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24.4g 37 %
Saturated Fat 3.8g 19 %
Cholesterol 11mg 4 %
Sodium 565mg 23 %
Potassium 237mg 7 %
Total Carbohydrates 35.5g 11 %
Dietary Fiber 2.7g 11 %
Protein 4.9g 10 %
Sugars 10.6g
Vitamin A 13 %
Vitamin C 3 %
Calcium 4 %
Iron 18 %
** Thiamin 32 %
Niacin 34 %
Vitamin B6 18 %
Magnesium 10 %
Folate 44 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.