Creamy Macaroni Salad 

 

Ingredients
Salad
3 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
1 cup cheddar cheese, cubed
1 cup celery, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
½ cup red onion, finely diced
½ cup shredded carrots
¼ cup sweet pickle relish
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Creamy Dressing
1 cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey or sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions
Cook the macaroni according to the package directions until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water, and let cool completely.
In a large bowl, combine the cooled macaroni, cheddar cheese, celery, bell pepper, red onion, carrots, pickle relish, and parsley.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, honey, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Stir well before serving and garnish with extra parsley or paprika if desired.