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Extra-Creamy Macaroni Salad Recipe With Ham and Cheese

Extra-Creamy Macaroni Salad Recipe With Ham and Cheese

This creamy macaroni salad recipe combines macaroni, ham, and cheese in a thick, extra-creamy mayonnaise dressing that coats every piece evenly. Each spoonful delivers a smooth, rich mouthfeel with a slightly sweet finish. Make it any time of the year when you want something indulgent and satisfyingly creamy without waiting for a special occasion. 

  • Prep Time

    10 mins 

  • Cook Time

    10 mins 

  • Total Time

    20 mins 

  • Serves

    5 

Ingredients

  • 200 grams uncooked salad macaroni
  • 220 ml Lady's Choice Real Mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons pineapple juice (from canned pineapple)
  • 2 tablespoons pickle relish
  • 1 tablespoon white onion (finely chopped)
  • 1/4 cup celery stalks (small cubes)
  • 1/4 cup carrots (small cubes)
  • 1/2 cup cooked ham (small cubes)
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (diced)
  • 1/2 cup pineapple tidbits (drained well and juice reserved)
  • 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
  • salt (to taste)
  • ground white pepper (to taste)
  • 200 grams uncooked salad macaroni
  • 220 ml Lady's Choice Real Mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons pineapple juice (from canned pineapple)
  • 2 tablespoons pickle relish
  • 1 tablespoon white onion (finely chopped)
  • 1/4 cup celery stalks (small cubes)
  • 1/4 cup carrots (small cubes)
  • 1/2 cup cooked ham (small cubes)
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (diced)
  • 1/2 cup pineapple tidbits (drained well and juice reserved)
  • 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
  • salt (to taste)
  • ground white pepper (to taste)

Steps

  1. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Rinse under running water and drain well. Set aside.

  2. Combine Lady’s Choice Mayonnaise, sugar, pineapple juice, pickle relish, white onions, celery, and carrots in a bowl. Mix well until sugar has dissolved.

  3. Add in cooked macaroni, ham, cheese, pineapple tidbits and raisins. Mix well. Season with salt and pepper. Chill before serving.

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