Smoked Macaroni Salad
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10
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This salad is so full of flavor, makes an excellent side!
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Ingredients:
| kosher salt | |
| 1 pound | elbow macaroni |
| 1 1/2 cup | mayonnaise |
| 3 | stalks celery , small diced (about 1 1/2 cups) |
| 1/2 | bunch green onion, greens parts only, sliced (about 1/2 cup), plus for garnish |
| 5 tablespoons | apple cider vinegar |
| 3 tablespoons | whole-grain mustard |
| 3 tablespoons | bourbon whiskey |
| 2 tablespoons | honey |
| 2 teaspoons | salt |
| 1 teaspoon | ground black pepper |
| 1/2 to 1 | teaspoon liquid smoke |
Directions:
In a large pot of heavily salted water, cook the macaroni according to package directions for al dente. Drain and add to a large bowl along with 2 tablespoons of the mayonnaise, and the celery and green onions. Toss well.
In a medium bowl, combine the remaining mayonnaise and the cider vinegar, mustard, bourbon, honey, salt, pepper and liquid smoke. Stir until smooth, then add to the macaroni. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Refrigerate for 1 to 3 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Garnish with green onions before serving.
Source: foodnetwork.com
