Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 cup

macaroni

cooked and drained

1 cup

celery

finely chopped

1 cup

vlasic kosher dill pickle

finely chopped

0.5 cup

red onion

finely chopped

0.5 cup

red radish

juliened

4.5 unit

sliced olives

drained

1.5 cup

bestfood mayonnaise

1 cup

daisy sour cream

3 tbsp

dry dill weed

3 tsp

salt

3 tsp

pepper

1 tbsp

dried parsley

1 lb

imitation crabmeat

Step 1
~12 min

Cook macaroni according to package directions.

Step 2
~12 min

Drain macaroni and rinse with cold water to chill completely.

Step 3
~12 min

Finely chop celery, dill pickle, and red onion.

Step 4
~12 min

Julienne red radish.

Step 5
~12 min

Drain sliced olives.

Step 6
~12 min

Cut imitation crabmeat into approximately 1-inch pieces.

Step 7
~12 min

In a large bowl, combine cooked macaroni, celery, dill pickle, red onion, red radish, and olives.

Step 8
~12 min

In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, dill weed, salt, pepper, and dried parsley.

Step 9
~12 min

Pour the dressing over the macaroni mixture and stir to coat evenly.

Step 10
~12 min

Gently fold in the imitation crabmeat.

Step 11
~12 min

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably longer, to allow flavors to meld.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a splash of lemon juice for extra tang.

Use high-quality mayonnaise for the best flavor.

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish at a picnic or barbecue.

Serve as a light lunch with crackers or bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Chicken
Hamburgers
Hot Dogs

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common potluck dish, often associated with summer gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer barbecues
Picnics
Potlucks

Occasion Tags

Picnic
Barbecue
Potluck
Summer

Popularity Score

65/100

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