Amish Pasta Salad

Here’s a classic, creamy, tangy Amish Pasta Salad — a beloved potluck favorite that’s sweet, savory, and full of crunch. It features cooked macaroni, chopped veggies, and a signature sweet-and-tangy dressing that sets it apart from typical pasta salads.

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🍽️ Amish Pasta Salad Recipe

Serves: 8–10
Prep Time: 20 min
Cook Time: 10 min
Chill Time: At least 2 hours (overnight preferred)

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🧂 Ingredients:

For the Salad:

• 1 lb elbow macaroni, cooked and cooled

• 4 large hard-boiled eggs, chopped

• 1 cup celery, finely chopped

• ½ cup red bell pepper, diced

• ½ cup green bell pepper, diced

• ½ cup red onion, finely chopped (or sweet onion)

• Optional: ½ cup shredded carrot or sweet pickle relish

For the Dressing:

• 1 ¼ cups mayonnaise

• ¼ cup yellow mustard

• ⅔ cup granulated sugar

• ¼ cup white vinegar

• ½ tsp celery seed (optional but traditional)

• Salt & black pepper, to taste (about ½ tsp each)

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🥣 Instructions:

1. Cook the Pasta:

   • Boil macaroni until just tender (al dente), about 8–9 minutes.

   • Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside to cool completely.

2. Mix the Dressing:

   • In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, sugar, vinegar, celery seed, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.

3. Combine the Salad:

   • In a large bowl, mix cooled macaroni, chopped eggs, celery, bell peppers, onion, and any optional add-ins.

   • Pour the dressing over and toss gently to coat everything evenly.

4. Chill:

   • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to blend.

5. Serve:

   • Stir well before serving. Adjust salt, pepper, or a splash more vinegar if needed before serving.