MACARONI BEAN SALAD

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This is a recipe of my mother in laws that she would serve at family gatherings. Good for hot days or anytime!

Provided by Sandy One

Categories     Weeknight

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (8 ounce) package rainbow rotini pasta
1 (10 ounce) package frozen peas
1/2 cup celery, chopped fine
1 -2 small onion, diced
1/2 green pepper, chopped fine
1 jar pimiento, chopped
2 cups Miracle Whip
1 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
vinegar, to soak kidney beans (I prefer apple)

Steps:

  • Drain beans and place in a small bowl.
  • Cover with vinegar and let sit 1 hr.
  • Cook and drain Rotini according to pkg directions.
  • In a large bowl combine next 8 ingredients.
  • Combine Salad dressing, half and half, sugar, and mustard.
  • Mix well and pour over all.
  • Chill and serve.

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