Sweet Macaroni Salad Recipe

Sweet Macaroni Salad Recipe
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95% would make again

A sweet out-of-the-ordinary dressing makes this macaroni salad special. My aunt gave me the recipe and it has become one of my favorites. I occasionally leave out the green pepper if I know that people don't like it...and it still tastes great. -Idalee Scholz Cocoa Beach, Florida

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  • 14 Servings
  • Prep: 20 min. + chilling

Ingredients

  • 1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni
  • 4 medium carrots, shredded
  • 1 large green pepper, chopped
  • 1 medium red onion, chopped
  • 2 cups mayonnaise
  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Directions

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large serving bowl, combine the macaroni, carrots, green pepper and onion.
  • In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, milk, sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper until smooth. Pour over macaroni mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Yield: 14 servings.

Sweet Macaroni Salad published in Taste of Home June/July 2004, p37

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Sweet Macaroni Salad Recipe

Sweet Macaroni Salad

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Reviewed on Oct. 24, 2009 by stephceja

My family loved this even the kids...My husband would like to have it without the peppers next time. This is delicious

Reviewed on Aug. 17, 2009 by Boadecia

I have prepared this recipe many times for luncheons, pot lucks, etc and everyone loves it. I do cut the sugar to 1/2 cup and that is plenty - I think you could probably leave out the extra sugar and not miss it too much.  It's very important to make it ahead of time so that the macaroni has time to absorb the "dressing" - I make it a day ahead and refrigerate. Always get lots of requests for the recipe too. Definitely a keeper.

Reviewed on Aug. 02, 2009 by PucciBaby

My mom and I really like this macaroni salad, though my dad and my boyfriend hate it. I think to like this you have to like vinegary and sweet. I do cut the sugar in half because the first time i made it it felt like I was eating pure sugar. Usually this recipe makes a lot of sauce, so just pour a bit and mix it until u get the consistency that you want. Recipes can be adjusted, don't write this salad off just because you may not like it the first time.

Also, I use canned peas and carrots instead of peppers

Reviewed on Jul. 12, 2009 by rberndt

I just made this for a baby shower and received a lot of compliments and several people asked for the recipe. Excellent dish and easy to make.

Reviewed on Jun. 15, 2009 by hahymen

I never really cared for macaroni salad till I tried this! It is the only recipe that I like and use..What's even better is the longer it sits the better it gets!!!!

Reviewed on Mar. 30, 2009 by whiskeyechoalpha

cut back on the vinegar

way to sour

Reviewed on Mar. 09, 2009 by lisa53202

I felt this was too sweet, but a lot of folks here in the South really like it.

Reviewed on Jan. 24, 2009 by kinzua50

I make this receipe for parties and everyone loves it. I do cut the sugar in half though.

Reviewed on Jan. 06, 2009 by badkitty

I have a suggestion....make another salad -this one is sickeningly sweet and weird.

Reviewed on Jul. 31, 2008 by clemmentine11

I love this salad, but being a diabetic I need to lighten it up, but still keep the sweet taste , any suggestions?

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