Reser'S Macaroni Salad (Copycat) Recipe

Name: Reser'S Macaroni Salad (Copycat)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: MACARONI; 1 lb uncooked large elbow macaroni; VEGETABLES; 2/3 cup finely chopped sweet pickle; 1/2 cup finely diced celery heart; 1/3 cup minced red bell pepper; 4 teaspoons reconstituted onions; DRESSING; 3 cups extra thick real mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar; 4 teaspoons prepared yellow mustard; 1/2 tablespoon mustard powder; 1 1/4 teaspoons iodized salt; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon white pepper; 3 tablespoons sweet pickle juice; 1 1/2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar

Servings: persons

MACARONI
1 lb uncooked large elbow macaroni
VEGETABLES
2/3 cup finely chopped sweet pickle
1/2 cup finely diced celery heart
1/3 cup minced red bell pepper
4 teaspoons reconstituted onions
DRESSING
3 cups extra thick real mayonnaise
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
4 teaspoons prepared yellow mustard
1/2 tablespoon mustard powder
1 1/4 teaspoons iodized salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon white pepper
3 tablespoons sweet pickle juice
1 1/2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar

1
RECONSTITUTE 4 teaspoons minced onion flakes in enough very hot water to cover and saturate completely.
2
PREP remaining vegetables to specifications.
3
COOK large elbow macaroni according to package directions in moderately salted water, less 2 minutes until al dente (firm to the bite); DRAIN in a large colander placed in sink; RINSE with cold water and allow to drain again.
4
INTO a large bowl with an (accompanying cover or lid), add the dressing ingredients EXCEPT for the sweet pickle juice and white vinegar). Note: drain excess water from onions before adding).
5
WHISK mixture well then gently fold in vegetables until just blended.
6
GENTLY fold in drained macaroni until well-blended.
7
COMBINE the sweet pickle juice with vinegar then sprinkle over salad.
8
FOLD mixture gently until creamy, without over-mixing.
9
COVER and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
10
SERVE and enjoy.

1272

kcal

Calories

135

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: MACARONI, 1 lb uncooked large elbow macaroni, VEGETABLES, 2/3 cup finely chopped sweet pickle, and more.

Yes, Reser'S Macaroni Salad (Copycat) 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!

Reser'S Macaroni Salad (Copycat)

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Variations & substitutions

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