HOT BACON MACARONI SALAD

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Start your picnic right with this delicious macaroni salad. It's loaded with diced veggies and bacon, and coated with a zesty dressing similar to one you'd use for German potato salad. -Kay Bell, Palestine, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (7 ounces) elbow macaroni
1/4 pound sliced bacon, diced
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1/3 to 1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2/3 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup sliced radishes
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon. In the same skillet, saute mushrooms in drippings until tender; remove with a slotted spoon. Add the sugar, flour, salt and pepper to the skillet; gradually stir in vinegar until smooth. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened., Drain macaroni. In a large bowl, combine the macaroni, onion and celery. Drizzle with vinegar mixture. Add mushrooms and bacon; toss to coat. Garnish with radishes and parsley.

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