Sweet Amish Macaroni Salad

Why Make This Recipe

Sweet Amish Macaroni Salad is a perfect mix of creamy, tangy, and sweet. It’s great for picnics, potlucks, or family dinners. The texture is soft and smooth, and the flavor is rich and comforting. Everyone, from kids to adults, loves the taste.

This salad is very easy to make. You don’t need special skills or tools—just a pot, a bowl, and a spoon. Most of the ingredients are simple and found in every kitchen. Once you make it, it can be stored in the fridge for a couple of days, so it’s a good make-ahead dish.

It also goes well with many meals. You can serve it next to grilled meat, sandwiches, or even as a snack on its own. It’s one of those classic, homemade sides that remind people of family and home.

How to Make Sweet Amish Macaroni Salad

Ingredients:

• 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
• 3 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 3 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 small sweet pepper, chopped
• 2 cups Miracle Whip or mayonnaise
• 3 tablespoons yellow mustard
• ¾ cup sugar
• 2 ¼ teaspoons white vinegar
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¾ teaspoon celery seed

Directions:

1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain it and let it cool.
2. In a large bowl, mix the chopped eggs, onion, celery, and sweet pepper.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the Miracle Whip (or mayonnaise), mustard, sugar, vinegar, salt, and celery seed until smooth.
4. Add the cooked macaroni and egg mixture to the dressing and stir everything until well combined.
5. Cover and chill in the fridge for a few hours before serving.