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Macaroni Salad with Dill and Ham (Food Network Kitchens) Recipe

Macaroni Salad with Dill and Ham (Food Network Kitchens) Recipe

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Macaroni Salad with Dill and Ham (Food Network Kitchens)

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Ingredients:

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1/4 medium red onion, minced
2 tsp kosher salt , plus additional for salting water
8 oz elbow macaroni (about 2 cups)
2 tbsp milk
2 tbsp white wine vinegar
1 tbsp dijon mustard
freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup sour cream
6 oz cooked ham, cut into 1&3-inch cubes
3/4 cup frozen baby peas, thawed (about 4 oz)
2 ribs celery, with leaves, diced
2 tbsp chopped fresh dill

Directions:

To mellow the minced onion, soak it in cold water while you make the salad.
Bring a large pot of cold water to a boil over high heat and salt it generously. Add the macaroni and boil, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain the macaroni in a colander, put in a serving bowl, and toss with the milk. Allow the macaroni to cool slightly while you make the dressing.
For the dressing: Whisk the vinegar, mustard, the 2 teaspoons salt, and black pepper to taste in a large bowl. Gradually whisk in the olive oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream to make a smooth, slightly thick dressing. Whisk in the sour cream.
Drain the onions, pat dry, and add to the macaroni along with the ham, peas, celery, and dill. Add the dressing and fold to coat the pasta evenly. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Know-How: Why the milk? When we left it out of the recipe, the macaroni absorbed too much of the dressing and the salad was overly acidic. Adding just a couple tablespoons mellowed the dressing and gave the salad a wonderful old-fashioned quality without being goopy or heavy.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	490.84 Kcal (2055 kJ)
Calories from fat	213.75 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	23.75g	37%
Cholesterol	16.15mg	5%
Sodium	1533.99mg	64%
Potassium	308.27mg	7%
Total Carbs	51.78g	17%
Sugars	3.66g	15%
Dietary Fiber	3.22g	13%
Protein	17.54g	35%
Vitamin C	6mg	10%
Iron	2.3mg	13%
Calcium	60.9mg	6%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	256.15 Kcal (1072 kJ)
Calories from fat	111.55 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	12.39g	37%
Cholesterol	8.43mg	5%
Sodium	800.52mg	64%
Potassium	160.87mg	7%
Total Carbs	27.02g	17%
Sugars	1.91g	15%
Dietary Fiber	1.68g	13%
Protein	9.15g	35%
Vitamin C	3.1mg	10%
Iron	1.2mg	13%
Calcium	31.8mg	6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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