Mama'S Macaroni Salad

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   Cook macaroni according to package directions using salted water.

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   Drain and rinse with cold water to remove the starchy water and cool the pasta quickly.

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   Shake the strained to remove as much water as possible from the pasta. You want it as dry as possible but not sticking together.

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   Place in large bowl and add the veggies. (This really is best and prettiest when the veggies are diced small.).

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   Mix all the dressing ingredients together- I usually put it in an empty jar with a tight fitting lid- like an old mayo jar- and shake-the kids like to do this part! (The dressing can be made ahead of time and stored in refrigerator).

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   Pour dressing over pasta and veggies and stir to thoroughly combine.

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   Refrigerate.

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   NOTE: Holidays: The red and green veggies look great at Christmastime!

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   BBQ's/Picnics: Place the bowl on top of a bowl filled with ice to keep it really cold.

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    You can use other veggies too- Great way to use up the garden goodies!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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