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Macaroni Salad (American South)

macaronisaladThis classic side American Southern side pairs well with Southern Grilled Chicken.

1 cup (4 oz) elbow macaroni
¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream
½ cucumber, peeled, seeded and finely chopped
1 rib celery, finely chopped
¼ cup fresh dill, chopped
2 Tbsp. lemon juice, freshly squeezed (1 lemon)
coarse sea salt
black pepper, freshly cracked

In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, cucumber, celery, dill and lemon juice.

Drain pasta, and rinse with cold water; add to bowl with mayonnaise mixture.

Season with salt and pepper; toss to combine.