Ingredients (Serves 6)
For the Salad
3 cups elbow macaroni
2 cups diced ham
1½ cups cheddar cheese, cubed
½ cup red onion, finely diced
½ cup celery, chopped
½ cup sweet pickles or relish
½ cup frozen peas (thawed)
For the Creamy Dressing
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp sour cream
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp sugar
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Cook the Macaroni
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Cook macaroni according to package directions until tender.
Drain and rinse under cold water to cool completely.
2. Make the Dressing
In a large bowl, whisk together:
Mayonnaise
Sour cream
Dijon mustard
Apple cider vinegar
Sugar
Salt and pepper
3. Assemble the Salad
Add cooled macaroni to the bowl.
Stir in diced ham, cheddar cheese, onion, celery, pickles, and peas.
Toss everything until evenly coated.
4. Chill
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Stir before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.
Optional Add-Ins
Chopped boiled eggs
Crispy bacon bits
Diced bell peppers
Fresh parsley
