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Homestyle Macaroni Salad




Source of Recipe


lhj.com






List of Ingredients



• 1 pound cavatappi or macaroni pasta
  
• 4 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
  
• 1 cup chopped celery
  
• 1/3 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
  
• 1 tablespoon minced jalapeno, optional
  
• 1/3 cup chopped red onion
  
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
  
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  
• 2-1/2 tablespoons cider vinegar
  
• 3 tablespoons snipped fresh chives
  
• 1-1/4 teaspoons salt
  
• 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
  
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  






Instructions



1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Transfer to colander and rinse under cold water; drain.
   
2. Meanwhile, combine remaining ingredients in a large bowl until well blended. Add cooled pasta and toss to coat.
   






Final Comments


Makes fourteen 1-cup servings

Make-Ahead Tip: Cover salad and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes before serving.