SIMPLE MACARONI SALAD

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Mom would make this for our summer cookouts. We loved it! Dad would work the grill, flipping those hamburgers and hot dogs. We would sit in the shade of the oak tree, our picnic table set with a checkered cloth and bowls of assorted salads.

Provided by Diane C.

Categories     Pasta Salads

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 c elbow macaroni
1/4 c finely chopped onion
1/4 c diced bell pepper
1 c miracle whip dressing (not mayonnaise)
1/4 tsp celery seed
1 pinch salt and pepper

Steps:

  • 1. In a large pot bring 3 qts. of water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook as directed. When done, drain and rinse with cool water. Drain again.
  • 2. Chop onion and bell pepper. Place in bottom of large bowl.
  • 3. Add cooked pasta to bowl. Add dressing. Stir to combine. Sprinkle with celery seed, salt and pepper and stir again. Chill at least one hour before serving.

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