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Old Fashioned Lancaster County Amish Macaroni Salad

Old Fashioned Lancaster County Amish Macaroni Salad
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Old Fashioned Lancaster County Amish Macaroni Salad is a creamy, flavorful dish that embodies comfort and nostalgia. Perfect for any gathering, this classic pasta salad features a delightful mix of tender elbow macaroni, crisp vegetables, and a rich dressing made with hard-boiled egg yolks, mustard, and mayonnaise. Its vibrant colors and hearty ingredients make it an appealing side for picnics, barbecues, or family dinners. Plus, this salad can be prepared ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully in the refrigerator. Easy to customize with your favorite veggies or seasonings, this dish is sure to become a staple at your table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup celery (chopped)
  • 1 carrot (grated)
  • 1/2 cup sweet onion (diced)
  • 4 hard-boiled eggs (divided, egg yolks and whites separated)
  • 4 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 cup Miracle Whip or mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk
  • 1/3 cup vinegar (white or cider)
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • reserved hot pasta water

Instructions

  1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package directions until tender. Reserve 1/4 cup of hot pasta water before draining.
  2. While the pasta cooks, separate the egg whites from the yolks of two hard-boiled eggs; dice the whites and set aside.
  3. In a bowl, mash the remaining yolks with mustard until blended. Add sugar, Miracle Whip or mayonnaise, evaporated milk, vinegar, and salt; mix until smooth.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooled macaroni with celery, grated carrot, diced onion, and egg whites. Stir in the dressing until well mixed; add pasta water as needed for consistency.
  5. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours or overnight before serving.

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