Wednesday, August 18, 2010

1928. MACARONI SALAD with CHEDDAR and PEPPER BACON

1 lb macaroni noodles, cooked according to package directions and drained
1 large onion, diced
5 eggs, hard boiled, peeled and cut in bite sized pieces
1 small can sliced black olives, drained
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, cubed
5 strips thick cut pepper bacon, cooked until crispy and rough chopped
1/2 cup light mayonnaise
1 cup ranch dressing
3 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
1 tablespoon smoked sweet paprika
salt and pepper to taste

Saute onions in a large skillet until browned. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Add all ingredients to a large bowl and toss to combine. Place in refrigerator and allow flavors to marry for at least 3 hours or overnight for best flavor. Serve and enjoy!


bacon recipe courtesy of: Jerry, Cooking, by the seat of my Pants, July 19, 2009

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