Core Recipe Servings | 12 Preparation Time | 15 min Cooking Time | 10 min Level of Difficulty | Easy
Take this old favorite on your next picnic. Or toss in a can of water-packed tuna for a satisfying take-to-work meal.
2 cup dry whole-wheat elbow macaroni 1 medium stalk celery, diced 1 small sweet red pepper(s), chopped 1/2 cup cooked frozen peas and carrots 3 medium scallion(s), chopped 1/2 cup Kraft Free Shredded Cheddar Cheese, or other brand 1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise 1/4 cup fat-free sour cream 1/4 cup dill pickle(s), sliced 1/4 tsp onion powder
Instructions
1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water; drain again. Combine cooked pasta, celery, pepper, peas and carrots, scallion and cheese in a large mixing bowl. 2. To make dressing, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, pickle and onion powder in a small bowl. Pour dressing over pasta mixture and toss lightly to coat. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours. Yields about 1/2 cup per serving.
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