Creamy Macaroni Salad with Hard-Boiled Eggs and Veggies

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. salad macaroni
• 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 3 celery ribs, diced small
• 1 small sweet pepper, seeded and diced small (red or orange)
• 2 cups light mayonnaise (or Miracle Whip, See Notes)
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1-2 Tbsp. yellow or Dijon mustard
• 2 Tbsp. dill pickle relish
• 1 Tbsp. white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
• 3/4 tsp. celery seed
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• Paprika (to garnish)

Directions:

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil over medium heat.
2. Cook the macaroni according to directions.
3. When finished, drain well, rinse with cold water, and transfer to a large bowl.
4. While the pasta is cooking, combine the dressing ingredients and mix until well blended.
5. Set aside.
6. Once the pasta has cooled, add chopped hard-boiled eggs, diced onion, diced celery, and diced sweet pepper.
7. Add the dressing mixture to the bowl and stir until well combined.
8. Chill the salad for at least 2 hours before serving.
9. Garnish with paprika before serving