American Macaroni Salad

prep time:: 20 min
total time:: 30 min

Laura ludowise

An old standby for summer cookouts.

ingredients

2 c. dry elbow macaroni, cooked, rinsed, and drained
1/3 c. diced celery
1/4 c. minced red onion, soaked in cold water for 5 minutes, drained
1 T. minced flat-leaf parsley
1/2 c. diced vine-ripened tomato (optional)
1/2 c. prepared mayonnaise
3/4 t. dry mustard
1 1/2 t. sugar
1 1/2 T. cider vinegar
3 T. sour cream
12 t. kosher salt, plus more to taste
Freshly ground black pepper

directions

In a large bowl combine the macaroni, celery, onion, parsley and tomato, if using. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, sugar, vinegar, sour cream and salt. Pour the dressing over the salad and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.