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Hearty Eight-Layer Salad

By: Taste of Home's Fast Family Favorites 
"This satisfying salad is simple to make ahead of time and looks lovely with all of its tasty layers. Dijon mustard gives a nice kick to the dressing."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.8 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (9)

 

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Original Recipe Yield 10 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups uncooked small shell macaroni
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 cups shredded lettuce
  • 3 hard-cooked eggs, sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup julienned fully cooked ham
  • 1 cup julienned hard salami
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas, thawed
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup shredded Colby or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Directions

  1. Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Drizzle with oil; toss to coat.
  2. Place the lettuce in a 2-1/2-qt. glass serving bowl; top with macaroni and eggs. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Layer with ham, salami and peas.
  3. Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, green onions and mustard. Spread over the top. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight. Just before serving, sprinkle with cheese and parsley.

Footnotes

  • © 2002 Reiman Media Group, Inc.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on May 14, 2008 by dustysun Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Pretty good, but not the best layered salad. Something sweet, (e.g.pineapple or mandarin...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 13, 2010 by KatieJ   view full review
Have made this many times, and it is always wonderful!!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 26, 2011 by junekathrein Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
My family thought this was great! They have requested it, often ever since.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 18, 2011 by MissB   view full review
Wonderful salad!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 5, 2010 by Melaknee   view full review
Yum! I really liked this recipe and so did all of my in-laws. Thanks!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on May 12, 2010 by mrs. keck   view full review
This is one of my favorite salads!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 7, 2010 by LinC   view full review
Great recipe for a layered salad. I loved the pasta in it. It worked great as a main dish...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 13, 2009 by Nanjee   view full review
Easy to make modifications for personal taste... I ran out of mayo and used some leftover...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 3, 2008 by SHELLYLEE1   view full review
this salad is great, everyone loved it , ty

 

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