Bacon and Macaroni Salad
Description
This recipe elevates classic macaroni salad with bacon. It's an easy, flavorful side, with savory and refreshing flavors. Perfect for BBQs or picnics.
Ingredients
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1 pound sliced bacon
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1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
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1 cup mayonnaise
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1/2 cup sour cream
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1/4 cup white sugar
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1/4 cup cider vinegar
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2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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4 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
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3 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
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1 large cucumber, peeled and chopped
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1/2 cup chopped celery
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1/2 cup sliced green olives
Directions
1
Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until crisp and evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Crumble; set aside.
2
Meanwhile, 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, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
3
Whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, vinegar, mustard, salt, and black pepper together in a large bowl until sugar dissolves. Add bacon, macaroni, eggs, tomato, cucumber, and celery; gently fold until evenly coated in dressing. Sprinkle with sliced olives; serve.