Vegetables – I had mini rainbow peppers on hand so I chopped those up for this recipe, but normally I use red bell peppers. Vinegar – White distilled vinegar, apple cider, rice wine, or champagne vinegar will work. I used macaroni noodles because I had a lot in my pantry. Pasta – Mini shells, penne, rigatoni, ziti- pretty much any smaller-sized pasta will work for this recipe. Have different items on hand that you might want to use in this recipe? That is okay! Here are some swaps you can make with equally desirable results. Once cooked macaroni is drained, and cool to the touch, add it to a large bowl.Īdd vegetables, pour in the vinegar, sweetened condensed milk, spices, and mayo mix thoroughly.Ĭover the pasta salad with an airtight lid, or double layers of plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to meld for at least 12 hours, but a full day is best! Drain and rinse cooked pasta in cold water making sure there is no excess water left behind. I usually add a teaspoon of salt to my water for one pound of pasta. Make it once, and enjoy it all week this summer! Why this Recipe Worksīoil pasta in salted water until al dente. Plus, it is made with simple ingredients. And, it’s always a hit with kids and adults alike. This sweet macaroni salad is a perfect side dish for cookouts and potlucks. Yes, it sounds VERY weird but I assure you that if you make this recipe a day before eating, (it needs to set and absorb the flavors) you will have the yummiest mac salad around! Our deliciously tangy and sweet macaroni salad contains an ingredient that you would probably NEVER associate with macaroni salad – sweetened condensed milk. If “sweet” pasta salad is not your thing, definitely check out this vibrant Greek Pasta Salad or Crab Pasta Salad instead! However, if the sound of this recipe makes your mouth water, please read on… If you’re looking for an easy, make-ahead pasta salad this recipe is perfect and is a true crowd-pleaser! Is there anything more summery than a big bowl of macaroni salad? This recipe is unlike most macaroni salad recipes because it is sweet & creamy.
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