Name: Sweet Amish Macaroni Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 1 h 28 min
Cuisine: Amish
Ingredients: 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni; 3 large hard-cooked eggs, chopped; 1 small onion, chopped; 3 stalks celery, chopped; 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped; 2 tablespoons dill pickle relish; 2 cups creamy salad dressing (e.g., Miracle Whip); ¾ cup white sugar; 3 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard; 2 ¼ teaspoons white vinegar; ¾ teaspoon celery seed; ¼ teaspoon salt

Description

Sweet Amish Macaroni Salad is a creamy and tangy side dish with just the right touch of sweetness. Packed with crunchy vegetables, tender macaroni, and a unique dressing made with Miracle Whip, mustard, and vinegar, this Amish-inspired salad is perfect for summer barbecues, potlucks, or any family gathering.

Ingredients

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For the Salad:

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
3 large hard-cooked eggs, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons dill pickle relish

For the Dressing:

2 cups creamy salad dressing (e.g., Miracle Whip)
¾ cup white sugar
3 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
2 ¼ teaspoons white vinegar
¾ teaspoon celery seed
¼ teaspoon salt

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Instructions

Cook the Macaroni:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
- Add macaroni and cook for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until al dente.
- Drain and rinse under cold water to cool completely.
Prepare the Vegetables and Eggs:
- Chop the hard-cooked eggs, onion, celery, and red bell pepper into small, uniform pieces.
Make the Dressing:
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together Miracle Whip, sugar, mustard, vinegar, celery seed, and salt until smooth.
Combine the Salad:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the eggs, onion, celery, bell pepper, and pickle relish.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and stir well.
- Add the cooled macaroni and gently mix until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Chill and Serve:
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- Stir before serving and garnish with fresh parsley or paprika, if desired.

Notes

For a milder onion flavor, use a sweet onion or soak chopped onions in cold water for 10 minutes before adding them to the salad.
To save time, cook the macaroni and eggs ahead of time and assemble the salad just before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Amish, American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 8 servings.
Calories: 290
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 420mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 55mg