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Mindy's Macaroni Salad

By: TIMSGAL

"I remember my mom making the best macaroni salad when I was a kid. I wanted to make mine similar to hers, but added a few things I like, such as pimiento, vinegar, and a gherkin for a little tartness to balance out the sweetness. My husband, who doesn't really like pasta salads, loves this!"

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Prep Time:
15 Min

Cook Time:
10 Min

Ready In:
2 Hrs 25 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings

Ingredients

2 cups dry small elbow macaroni
3/4 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped sweet onion
1 (2 ounce) jar diced pimentos, drained
1 medium sweet gherkin pickle, diced
3/4 cup creamy salad dressing
2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1/3 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
3 hard-cooked eggs, chopped

Directions

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place macaroni in the pot, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
In a large bowl, mix the macaroni, celery, sweet onion, pimentos, and pickle. In a separate bowl, mix the creamy salad dressing, mustard, vinegar, sugar, and salt. Stir dressing into the macaroni mixture. Fold in the eggs. Chill in the refrigerator at least 2 hours before serving.