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Classic Pasta Salad

Classic Pasta Salad

Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 3 hours
Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cellentani pasta
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar
  • 2/3 cup white sugar
  • 2 1/2 tblsp yellow mustard
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground pepper
  • 1 large union, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, seeded & chopped
  • 3/4 cup diced carrot
  • 2 tblsp diced pimento peppers

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil & cook pasta to al dente. Drain & rinse with cold water. 

  2. In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, mustard, salt, pepper, onion, celery, green pepper, carrot and pimentos.

  3. Add the pasta once cooked & mix until well coated. 

  4. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving, but overnight is best. 

  5. Once chilled, stir and garnish with extra carrots or celery (optional). Enjoy!