Creamy Macaroni Salad

If pickle relish is not a staple in your pantry, there is no need to buy it. You can substitute chopped sweet pickles or chopped bread-and-butter pickle chips for equally delicious results in this Creamy Macaroni Salad.

Ingredients

3 cup elbow macaroni (about 10 ounces)

1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream and 1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise

1/4 cup milk

1/2 cup sweet pickle relish

2 Tbsp white vinegar

2 tsp prepared mustard

1 cup cubed Cheddar cheese (about 4 ounces)

1 cup chopped celery

1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper

1/4 cup chopped onion

1/4 tsp paprika

Directions

1. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water; drain again.

2. Combine sour cream, mayonnaise and milk in a large bowl; mix well. Add relish, vinegar and mustard; mix well.

3. Add cooked macaroni, Cheddar, celery, bell pepper and onion to bowl; mix well. Sprinkle with paprika.

4. For a special luncheon presentation, serve this salad in cups made from hollowed bell peppers. Top with finely chopped Cheddar cheese instead of the paprika.