Macaroni Pasta Salad

A very cool, classic macaroni pasta salad. Perfect for picnics.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 2  cups elbow macaroni
• 1⁄2 cup celery, thinly sliced
• 1  red bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2  tablespoons red onions, finely chopped
• 1  garlic clove, minced
• 3⁄4 cup mayonnaise
• 1⁄4 cup sweet pickle, finely chopped
• 1  tablespoon milk
• 2  tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1⁄4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 3⁄4 cup sharp cheddar cheese, cut into small cubes
• 3  hard-boiled eggs, coarsley chopped
• 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions, drain and rinse with cold water until pasta is no longer warm.
2. In a large bowl, combine pasta, red peppers, onion, garlic, sweet pickles, cheese and celery.
3. In a small bowl, combine mustard, pepper, salt, milk and mayo, mix well.
4. Pour dressing over pasta, toss well to coat.
5. Add eggs and toss to combine.
6. Chill 4 - 24 hours before serving. Store leftovers in the refrigerator, covered.