MY MOM’S MACARONI SALAD Definitely my favorite. I would always ask my mother to make this dish for me. I love lots of mayonnaise and egg in this salad. I like it best ice cold from the refrigerator. Serves 4. MACARONI SALAD 4 quarts water 1 tablespoon salt 4 ounces (about 1 cup) cooked macaroni 1½ cups mayonnaise 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped 1 cooked potato, chopped Pepper to taste
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TO PREPARE THE MACARONI 1. In a large saucepan, bring 4 quarts of water to a boil over high heat. 2. Add 1 tablespoon of salt and the macaroni. Cook for 8–10 minutes until tender. 3. Drain the macaroni in a colander, rinse with cool water, and drain again. Transfer to a bowl. 4. Add the mayonnaise, eggs, and potato. Mix well. 5. Add pepper to taste.