Classic Southern recipe for Macaroni Salad with Ham:
Ingredients:
2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked and cooled
1 cup cooked ham, diced
1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
1/4 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
Salt and pepper to taste
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
Cook Macaroni: Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.
Prepare Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled macaroni with the diced ham, chopped celery, red onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and sweet pickle relish.
Make Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
Combine Ingredients: Pour the dressing over the macaroni mixture and toss until everything is well coated with the sauce.
Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the macaroni salad for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve: Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir. Garnish with chopped hard-boiled eggs, fresh parsley, and a sprinkle of paprika for added color and flavor.
Enjoy: Serve chilled and enjoy your classic macaroni salad with ham as a side dish at picnics, barbecues, or a delicious light meal.
Feel free to customize this recipe by adding other ingredients like chopped pickles, olives, or different types of bell peppers according to your taste preferences.
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