Favorite Bacon and Cheddar Macaroni Salad

March 26, 2015

This macaroni salad is creamy, it has a tangy bite and it is loaded with bacon and sharp cheese. The preparation of the noodles is what sets this macaroni salad apart. The noodles are boiled, drained (not rinsed!) and while still warm, gently tossed with apple cider vinegar.

1 c. milk
1 c. mayonnaise
2 tsp. sugar (alt. you could use brown sugar)
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 black pepper
8 oz. elbow macaroni
1/4 c. apple cider vinegar (no substitutes)
3 green onions, thinly sliced
2 ribs of celery, thinly sliced
1 cup small cubed sharp cheddar
1/2 pkg bacon, cut it very small, cooked and drained
1/4 cup finely diced red onion

Whisk together milk, mayo, sugar, salt and pepper. Set aside. Boil the pasta for about 13-15 minutes, until the elbow macaroni is soft. Drain and drizzle with the apple cider vinegar while still hot. (Do...
See the full directions on my site

Nutritions

Calories
148

Sodium
227mg
9% DV

Fat
6g
10% DV

Protein
6g
13% DV

Carbs
15g
5% DV

Fiber
2g
8% DV