Bacon, Ranch Macaroni Salad
No matter what the occasion this bacon ranch macaroni salad is sure to be a big hit!
Cut: Bacon
Prep Time: 2 hrs 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 mins
Number of Servings: 8
Ingredient
2 cups (500 mL) uncooked elbow macaroni
Dressing:
1/4 cup (60 mL) sour cream
1/4 cup (60 mL) mayonnaise
1/2 cup (125 mL) buttermilk
1 tsp (5 mL) garlic powder
1 tsp (5 mL) onion powder
1 tsp (5 mL) dried dill
1 Tbsp (15 mL) dried parsley
1 Tbsp (15 mL) chives
1/2 tsp (2 mL) dry mustard powder
1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt
1/4 tsp (1 mL) freshly ground black pepper
Salad:
1 cup (250 mL) frozen peas, thawed
3/4 cup (175 mL) cheddar cheese, diced
1/2 cup (125 mL) red onion, diced
8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Directions:
Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water.
In a large bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, dill, parsley, chives, mustard powder, salt and pepper.
Add macaroni, peas, cheese, red onion and bacon to dressing; mix well.
Cover and place in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
Nutritional Analysis:
YIELD:
8 servings.
SERVING SIZE:
Per 2/3 cup (150 mL) serving.
| Per Serving | |
|---|---|
| Calories | 280 |
| Total Fat | 14 g |
| Saturated Fat | 5 g |
| Cholesterol | 30 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 27 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugars | 3 g |
| Protein | 12 g |
| Sodium | 610 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
Source: SaskPork