Trudy guards her recipes closely, so we’re thrilled that she decided to share the secret of her macaroni salad with us. The secret to Trudy’s Macaroni Salad is patience: time helps meld the flavors of the tangy and sweet pickle juice, the creamy mayonnaise, the sharp cheddar cheese, and the tender macaroni together into something delectable. Whipping up Trudy’s Macaroni Salad is straightforward, making it perfect for preparing ahead of the next cookout or barbecue! Every smile and happy bite proves that Trudy knows what she’s doing… and now so do you!
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet pickle juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6 large eggs, hard-boiled and chopped
- 6 sweet pickles, chopped
Directions
Step 1 –Cook the macaroni to al dente according to the package directions.
Step 2 –Drain the macaroni and rinse it with cold water.
Step 3 –In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, pickle juice, salt, and pepper.
Step 4 –Stir the cheese, eggs, and pickles into the mayo mixture.
Step 5 –Add the macaroni and toss gently to coat.
Step 6 –Refrigerate, covered, until chilled, at least 2 hours.
Step 7 –Serve cold.
