Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 cup

macaroni

cooked and cooled

2 cup

cheddar cheese

shredded

5 unit

roma tomatoes

diced and seeded

2 unit

cucumbers

diced and seeded

4 unit

green onions

sliced

0.5 unit

green pepper

diced and seeded

1 unit

chives

cut fine

3 stalk

celery

diced

0.5 cup

frozen peas

thawed and drained

1 cup

Miracle Whip

1 cup

mayonnaise

0.25 cup

milk

Step 1
~3 min

Cook macaroni according to package directions and cool.

Step 2
~3 min

Dice roma tomatoes, cucumbers, green pepper, and celery.

Step 3
~3 min

Slice green onions and chives.

Step 4
~3 min

Combine cooled macaroni, cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, cucumbers, green pepper, celery, sliced green onions, chives, and thawed peas in a large bowl.

Step 5
~3 min

In a separate bowl, whisk together Miracle Whip, mayonnaise, and milk.

Step 6
~3 min

Pour the dressing over the macaroni mixture and stir gently to combine.

Step 7
~3 min

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 8
~3 min

Add more or less milk to adjust the consistency as needed.

Step 9
~3 min

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a dash of hot sauce for a little heat.

Use different types of pasta for variety.

Allow salad to chill for at least 30 minutes for flavors to meld.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Quiet
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish at picnics, potlucks, or barbecues.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Hamburgers
Hot dogs

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common side dish at potlucks and barbecues.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer holidays
Picnics
Barbecues

Occasion Tags

Summer
Picnic
Potluck
Barbecue

Popularity Score

65/100