How to Make Grandma's Macaroni Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Grandma's Macaroni Salad is a beloved family recipe that has been passed down through generations. This classic dish, made with simple ingredients, has been a staple at family gatherings, potlucks, and picnics for as long as anyone can remember.

What sets Grandma's Macaroni Salad apart is its perfect balance of flavors and textures. The creamy dressing, salty bacon, crunchy vegetables, and tender macaroni all come together to create a dish that is both satisfying and refreshing.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • ¼ cup sweet relish
  • ½ cup onion, finely chopped
  • ½ cup finely chopped green bell pepper
  • ¼ cup finely chopped carrot
  • 1 hard-boiled egg, chopped
  • ¼ cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®)
  • ¼ cup reduced-fat sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons low-fat milk
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 35 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain well; rinse with cold water and drain again.
  • Reserve 2 tablespoons of relish juice; place remaining juice in a large bowl with onion, bell pepper, carrot, and egg.
  • Whisk creamy salad dressing into reserved relish juice. Mix in sour cream, milk, sugar, dill, salt, and pepper. Fold gently into macaroni mixture. Refrigerate to let flavors blend, 4 to 24 hours.
  • Nutrition

    172 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 32mg
    • Sodium: 215mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 28mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 133mg