deb s mac salad

Noodles & Pasta

Deb s Mac Salad

Drescription

Creamy macaroni salad with crunchy veggies and tangy dressing. Great for barbecues or picnics, this chilled side dish is simple, nostalgic, and endlessly customizable.

Ingredients

2 cups macaroni
1 small onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped 1 carrot, grated
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup ranch-style salad dressing

Directions

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. Rinse with cold water and place in large bowl.
Add onion, pepper and carrot to bowl with pasta. Toss with mayonnaise and ranch-style dressing. Adjust mayonnaise and dressing to taste. Serve.

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