Easy Cheesy Macaroni Salad Recipes

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OLD FASHIONED MACARONI SALAD WITH CHEESE



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Stir up this quick and easy, old fashioned macaroni salad recipe in minutes. Studded with celery, red onion, and cheddar cheese, wrapped in a creamy mayo dressing, this pasta's packed with flavor and perfect for picnicking.

Provided by Jessica Fisher

Categories     Salad     Side Dish     Snack

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cup salad macaroni (or small shell pasta)
3 ribs celery (chopped)
1/4 red onion ((1/4 chopped))
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 lb cheddar cheese (cubed)
1 tsp dried dill

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain well and allow to cool.
  • In large mixing bowl, combine macaroni, celery, onion, mayo, and cheese cubes. Season with dill weed and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Chill until ready to serve. Serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 kcal, Carbohydrate 16 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Sodium 224 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY CHEESY MACARONI SALAD



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This 20 minute meal is perfect for those nights when you run out of time and need to get something on the table fast.

Provided by Ginny

Categories     Salad

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 oz Pasta (macaroni is what I had on hand)
⅓ cup Mayonnaise (Hellmann's is my fave!)
2 tbsp Ranch Dressing
⅓ cup Red Bell Pepper (chopped)
⅓ cup White Onion (chopped)
½ cup Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
1 tsp Lemon Juice
½ tbsp Butter (melted, optional)

Steps:

  • Boil the pasta in salted water and drain.
  • While the pasta is boiling, chop the pepper and onions. Add the lemon juice.
  • Add the pasta to the onions and peppers and mix together thoroughly.
  • Add the mayonaisse, ranch dressing and butter (optional) and mix together.
  • Add in the cheese and a pinch of salt.
  • Serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 33 mg, Sodium 303 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MACARONI AND CHEESE SALAD



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The vinegar and cheese help to make this a unique macaroni salad.

Provided by Sally Dickson

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ cups macaroni
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
¼ cup chopped celery
3 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion
8 cherry tomatoes
1 cup mayonnaise
salt and pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon Beau Monde ™ seasoning

Steps:

  • In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente, rinse under cold water and drain.
  • In a large bowl, combine pasta and vinegar. Mix well and allow to sit 15-20 minutes.
  • Add cheese, peppers, celery, green onions, tomatoes, mayonnaise and seasonings. Mix well and refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 33.7 mg, Fat 35.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 354.2 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

MOM'S CHEESY MACARONI SALAD



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Make and share this Mom's Cheesy Macaroni Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Martina

Categories     Cheese

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (225 g) package kraft macaroni & cheese dinner mix
3 green onions, sliced
1/2 cup diced celery
1/4 cup diced green peppers or 1/4 cup red pepper
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped (optional)
1 tablespoon sweet relish
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1 cup salad dressing (or more)
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni and cheese dinner as directed on package.
  • Let cool.
  • Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine green onions, celery, green pepper, and if desired eggs.
  • Add macaroni dinner.
  • Toss lightly to combine.
  • In a seperate bowl, combine sweet relish, mustard, and salad dressing.
  • Stir to mix thoroughly.
  • Add to macaroni and vegetable mixture.
  • Toss lightly.
  • Sprinkle with shredded cheese, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Toss lightly, but thoroughly together.
  • Chill for 4-6 hours.

CHEESY MACARONI SALAD



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I like trying different things, especially when coming across things in the pantry that have nothing to do. I made this for a summer picnic.

Provided by Elizabeita

Categories     Summer

Time 1h

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups macaroni
1 cup light mayonnaise
1 1/2 tablespoons horseradish
1 (1 ounce) package cheese sauce mix (stolen from a mac and cheese package)
1 medium red pepper, diced
1 medium green pepper, diced
1 medium sweet onion, diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 hard-cooked eggs
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
salt
pepper
paprika

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to directions. Drain, do not rinse. Stir in powdered cheese. Cool.
  • Heat the olive oil in a pan, sauté the vegetables over medium heat until tender crisp. About ten minutes; cool.
  • Mix together the mayo and horseradish.
  • Add the vegetables to the macaroni mixture. Stir in the mayo mixture. Dice three of the eggs and toss with the salad, along with the shredded cheese.
  • Slice the last egg for garnish. Sprinkle with paprika. Salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.3, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 62, Sodium 162.7, Carbohydrate 12.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.9, Protein 4.5

CREAMY, CHEESY PASTA SALAD



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I love cheese in a pasta salad - good with BBQ or for a picnic, or any time you want a creamy pasta salad!

Provided by LorenLou

Categories     Cheese

Time 2h20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (8 ounce) package elbow macaroni, cooked according to package directions and drained
3 dill pickles, finely chopped
3 hard-boiled eggs, finely chopped
2 cups frozen peas, thawed
3 celery ribs, sliced thinly
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, diced into 1/4 inch cubes
1 cup mayonnaise (can use low-fat Hellmann's or Kraft)
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup sugar or 1/4 cup Splenda sugar substitute
1/4 cup cider vinegar
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Gently toss all the salad ingredients together in a large bowl.
  • Set aside.
  • For the dressing, combine the mayonnaise and milk.
  • Then add the sugar and vinegar.
  • Stir well, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad, and toss gently to combine.
  • Refrigerate at least 2 hours Overnight is even better.

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