Name: Sweet Amish Macaroni Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni – for the base of the salad; 3 large eggs, hard-boiled – adds richness and protein; 3 sticks celery, chopped – for crunch and freshness; 1 onion, chopped or diced – provides a savory flavor; 2 tbsp sweet pickle relish – for a sweet and tangy kick; 3 tbsp yellow mustard – adds tanginess and flavor depth; 1 small red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and chopped – adds color and sweetness; 2 cups Miracle Whip salad dressing – the creamy base of the dressing; ¾ cup white sugar – balances the tangy flavors with sweetness; 2 ¼ tsp white vinegar – for a bit of acidity and balance; ½ tsp celery seed – enhances the flavor profile; Salt and pepper to taste – for seasoning

Description

This classic creamy Sweet Amish Macaroni Salad is the perfect side dish for any gathering, with a rich, sweet dressing made from Miracle Whip, mustard, and a touch of sugar. It’s the ideal mix of creamy, tangy, and sweet with fresh veggies for crunch!

Ingredients

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2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni – for the base of the salad
3 large eggs, hard-boiled – adds richness and protein
3 sticks celery, chopped – for crunch and freshness
1 onion, chopped or diced – provides a savory flavor
2 tbsp sweet pickle relish – for a sweet and tangy kick
3 tbsp yellow mustard – adds tanginess and flavor depth
1 small red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and chopped – adds color and sweetness
2 cups Miracle Whip salad dressing – the creamy base of the dressing
¾ cup white sugar – balances the tangy flavors with sweetness
2 ¼ tsp white vinegar – for a bit of acidity and balance
½ tsp celery seed – enhances the flavor profile
Salt and pepper to taste – for seasoning

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Instructions

Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside to cool.
Peel and chop the hard-boiled eggs and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Add the chopped celery, diced onion, sweet pickle relish, and chopped red bell pepper to the bowl.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the yellow mustard, Miracle Whip salad dressing, white sugar, white vinegar, celery seed, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Pour the dressing mixture over the ingredients in the large mixing bowl.
Add the cooled cooked macaroni to the bowl and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the macaroni salad for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, give the salad a final stir and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve chilled and enjoy the delicious sweetness of this Amish-inspired macaroni salad!

Notes

Feel free to adjust the amount of sugar depending on your desired level of sweetness.
You can also substitute Miracle Whip with mayo for a more traditional taste.
For a variation, add diced pickles for extra crunch.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/8 of the recipe
Calories: 300 kcal
Sugar: 19g
Sodium: 360mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 55mg