MACARONI SALAD

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
• 1/3 cup finely chopped carrot
• 1 hard-boiled egg, chopped
• 1/4 cup finely minced onion, i use dehydrated onion
• 2 tablespoons sweet relish
• 3/4 teaspoon dry ground mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 dash paprika
• 3 quarts water
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

DIRECTIONS :

1. In a large pot bring 3 quarts water to a rolling boil.Add 1 1/2 teaspoons salt.
2. Gradually add dry elbow macaroni.
3. Return to a boil.
4. Boil uncovered 6-8 minutes.
5. Drain well and rinse with cold water and drain again.
6. In a medium bowl combine all ingredients.
7. Place cooked macaroni in a large bowl and toss well with other ingredients.
   Cover and refrigerate.