Mamma's Macaroni Salad

Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Servings: 6
Yield: 6 servings

Description

This family recipe for macaroni salad with mayonnaise will be the star side dish at your next summer barbecue or potluck.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
1/2 cup minced red onion
1/2 cup minced celery
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped pimento
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/15 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and allow to cool.
2 Combine mayonnaise, red onion, celery, parsley, pimento, relish, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
3 Once macaroni has cooled, add to the mixing bowl and toss to combine with the dressing. Chill until read to serve for about 2 hours.