Grandma Janie’S Macaroni Salad Recipe

Name: Grandma Janie’S Macaroni Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces, weight Macaroni Noodles; 6 whole Hard Boiled Eggs, Peeled And Diced; 10 whole Celery Ribs, Washed And Diced; 12 ounces, weight Whole Dill Pickles, Diced (do Not Use Dill Pickle Relish, It Will Make Salad Too Soupy); 4-1/2 ounces, weight Chopped Black Olives; 12 ounces, fluid Yellow Mustard; 12 ounces, fluid Miracle Whip (light And Fat Free Work); 12 ounces, fluid Sweet Pickle Relish; Black Pepper To Taste; Onion Powder, to taste; Garlic Powder, To Taste; Lawrey's Seasoned Salt, To Taste

Servings: persons

12 ounces, weight Macaroni Noodles
6 whole Hard Boiled Eggs, Peeled And Diced
10 whole Celery Ribs, Washed And Diced
12 ounces, weight Whole Dill Pickles, Diced (do Not Use Dill Pickle Relish, It Will Make Salad Too Soupy)
4-1/2 ounces, weight Chopped Black Olives
12 ounces, fluid Yellow Mustard
12 ounces, fluid Miracle Whip (light And Fat Free Work)
12 ounces, fluid Sweet Pickle Relish
Black Pepper To Taste
Onion Powder, to taste
Garlic Powder, To Taste
Lawrey's Seasoned Salt, To Taste

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Boil water and cook macaroni noodles according to package instructions. Boil eggs, cool, peel and dice. While macaroni and eggs are boiling, clean and dice celery, and drain and dice dill pickles. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. Chill and stir before serving. This recipe is best if it has had a day to chill before serving.
2
The measurements are approximate. Since writing down this recipe, I've noticed the packaging sizes have changed - use 10-14 ounces each of the liquid ingredients, depending on how much you like yellow mustard! My husband isn't fond of the mustard and dill pickes, so those can be omitted and add a bit more Miracle Whip so that salad is moist but not soupy.
3
This makes a very large batch - suitable for a group gathering. Can easily be split in 1/2.

626

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces, weight Macaroni Noodles, 6 whole Hard Boiled Eggs, Peeled And Diced, 10 whole Celery Ribs, Washed And Diced, 12 ounces, weight Whole Dill Pickles, Diced (do Not Use Dill Pickle Relish, It Will Make Salad Too Soupy), and more.

Yes, Grandma Janie’S Macaroni Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grandma Janie’S Macaroni Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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