Mom's Best Macaroni Salad Recipe

Prep Time::30 mins

Cook Time::10 mins

Additional Time:: 8 hrs

Total Time:: 8 hrs 40 mins

Servings::16

Ingredients

16 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni

4 carrots, shredded

1 large red onion, chopped

½ green bell pepper, seeded and chopped

½ red bell pepper, seeded and chopped

1 cup chopped celery

2 cups mayonnaise

1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk

½ cup white sugar

½ cup white vinegar

salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Gather all ingredients.

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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. Rinse under cold water; drain and set aside.

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Stir together carrots, red onion, bell peppers, and celery in a large serving bowl. Mix in mayonnaise, condensed milk, sugar, vinegar, salt, and pepper until well combined.

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Add macaroni; toss gently, then cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours.

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Enjoy!

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Cook’s Note

I usually make this a day before, stirring it occasionally to blend the flavors. Keep the salad chilled in the refrigerator. The macaroni will absorb some of the liquid.

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