Deli Pasta Salad

Barbecue season is right around the corner, and this salad pairs beautifully with burgers, chicken, or whatever you put on your grill. It’s creamy, the vegetables give it a nice crunch, and you can make it in a snap!

• 2 cups macaroni or mini penne, dry
• 3/4 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup celery, finely chopped
• 1/2 red pepper, chopped
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup dill pickles, chopped
• 1 hard boiled egg, grated

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water, set aside.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, white vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
3. Add the pasta, celery, red pepper, red onion, and pickles – mix until well combined. Fold in the eggs.
4. Cover the bowl and let chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour to let the flavors meld.