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Sweet Macaroni Salad

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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

SERVINGS: 14

CATEGORY: Salads

METHOD: Chill

TIME: 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.


  • Re: Sweet Macaroni Salad
    Crackerjack49494
  • Re: Sweet Macaroni Salad

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

    clemmentine11
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