BACON, LETTUCE, AND TOMATO MACARONI SALAD


 

BACON, LETTUCE, AND TOMATO MACARONI SALAD
INGREDIENTS

2 cups elbow macaroni

1 ¼ cups mayonnaise

5 teaspoons white vinegar

1 ¼ cups diced celery

1 large tomato, diced

5 eaches green onions, finely chopped

½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

¼ teaspoon salt

⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

1 (16 ounces) package bacon

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1: Place a large pot on the stove and pour in water and salt. Turn the heat to high and bring to a boil.

Step 2: Add in the elbow macaroni and cook for 8 minutes or until al dente’. Drain and run cold water to rinse.

Step 3: Place the chilled macaroni into a large salad bowl.

Step 4: Add in vinegar, mayonnaise, tomato, Cheddar cheese, celery, green onions, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed. Cover with plastic wrap and place inside the fridge for about 2 hours to chill.

Step 5: Place a large skillet on the stove and turn the heat to medium-high heat.

Step 6: Add in the bacon and cook for about 10 minutes or until toasted.

Step 7: Place the cooked bacon on a plate lined with paper towels. Let it sit at room temperature to cool.

Step 8: Crumble and sprinkle over the macaroni.

Step 9: Serve and enjoy!