Mindy's Macaroni Salad

Ingredients

• 2 cups macaroni, cooked according to package directions
• 1/4 cup celery, diced
• 1/4 cup onion, diced
• 1/4 cup green pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup sweet pickles, diced
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon white vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cook the macaroni according to the package directions.
2. Drain the cooked macaroni and set aside to cool.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cooled macaroni, celery, onion, green pepper, and pickles.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sugar, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
5. Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the macaroni and vegetables and mix until everything is evenly coated.
6. Refrigerate the salad for at least one hour before serving.

Interesting Facts

• The first macaroni salad was created in the early 1900s.
• Macaroni salad is a popular side dish in the United States.
• The macaroni used in macaroni salad is usually elbow macaroni.