Amish Macaroni Salad

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb macaroni (or pasta)
• 1 tablespoon mustard
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise (plus more to taste)
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons vinegar (white, red or or *balsamic)
• 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
• Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
• 1 red bell pepper (diced)
• 2 celery stalks (chopped)
• 1/4 cup pickles (chopped)
• 1/2 small red onion (chopped fine)
• 2 hard-boiled eggs (peeled and diced)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the macaroni or pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the mustard, mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

3. 3

   Add the cooked and cooled macaroni to the bowl with the dressing. Mix until the macaroni is well coated.

4. 4

   Add the red bell pepper, chopped celery, parsley, pickles, red onion, and celery ribs to the bowl. Stir to combine.

5. 5

   Gently fold in the diced hard-boiled eggs.

6. 6

   Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, mayonnaise, or other ingredients according to your preference.

7. 7

   Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

8. 8

   Before serving, give the salad a final stir and adjust the seasoning if needed.

9. 9

   Serve chilled and enjoy!