Bacon and Macaroni Salad

Bacon and Macaroni Salad

This recipe elevates classic macaroni salad with bacon. It's an easy, flavorful side, with savory and refreshing flavors. Perfect for BBQs or picnics.

Preparation Time
20 mins
Cooking Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Calories
422 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until crisp and evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Crumble; set aside.
Step 2
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
Step 3
Whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, vinegar, mustard, salt, and black pepper together in a large bowl until sugar dissolves. Add bacon, macaroni, eggs, tomato, cucumber, and celery; gently fold until evenly coated in dressing. Sprinkle with sliced olives; serve.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 4 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
  • 1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
  • 1 pound sliced bacon
  • 3 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
  • 1 large cucumber, peeled and chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup chopped celery
  • 0.25 cup white sugar
  • 0.25 cup cider vinegar
  • 0.5 cup sliced green olives

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