Versatile Bacon Ranch Macaroni Salad

This best version of Macaroni salad I have ever tasted.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 12
• Yields: 10 cups

Ingredients

• 1 (12 ounce) package jumbo pasta shells
• 10  slices  maple flavored bacon
• 4  tablespoons  ranch salad dressing
• 1  teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 1⁄2 cups Hellmann's mayonnaise
• 1⁄2 cup milk (as needed)
• 2  roma tomatoes, diced
•  sliced black olives
• 2  cups cheddar cheese
• 2  teaspoons black pepper
• 5  green onions, stalks sliced

Directions

1. Cook macaroni al dente in salted water.
2. dice raw bacon and fry till crispy.
3. In a small bowl mix ranch packet, Garlic powder, mayo and milk together.
4. Combine rest of ingredients in large bowl.
5. chill and serve.