Cheesy Ranch Macaroni Salad Recipes

RANCH MAC & CHEESE

Steps:

• Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, combine the milk, butter, dressing mix and seasonings; heat through. Stir in Monterey Jack and Colby cheeses until melted. Stir in sour cream., Drain macaroni; stir into cheese sauce with the saltines. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

CHEESY RANCH MACARONI SALAD

Steps:

• Prepare Dinner in large saucepan as directed on package.
• Stir in remaining ingredients.

CREAMY RANCH MACARONI SALAD

Steps:

• Cook pasta al dente according to directions on package. Drain water then rinse pasta shells in cold water to stop them from further cooking. Set aside.
• In a large bowl, combine diced onion, diced celery and parsley. Mix well.
• Add cooled pasta shells to the onion mixture and toss until well mixed.
• Add the sour cream and half the ranch dressing mix to pasta mixture. Toss until well mixed.
• Add the mayonnaise and the remaining ranch dressing mix. Toss again until well mixed. Add shredded cheddar cheese and toss well once again.
• Cover and refrigerate for a couple of hours before serving.

MOM'S CHEESY MACARONI SALAD

Steps:

• Cook macaroni and cheese dinner as directed on package.
• Let cool.
• Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine green onions, celery, green pepper, and if desired eggs.
• Add macaroni dinner.
• Toss lightly to combine.
• In a seperate bowl, combine sweet relish, mustard, and salad dressing.
• Stir to mix thoroughly.
• Add to macaroni and vegetable mixture.
• Toss lightly.
• Sprinkle with shredded cheese, and season with salt and pepper.
• Toss lightly, but thoroughly together.
• Chill for 4-6 hours.

CHEESY BACON RANCH PASTA SALAD RECIPE

Steps:

• Cook noodles according to package directions.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ranch dressing, green onions, bacon, garlic salt, onion powder, and pepper until well combined.
• Add your cooled noodles and cheddar cheese.
• Mix until well combined. Place in fridge for about 2 hours before serving.

BACON RANCH MACARONI SALAD

Steps:

• Cook bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until crisp, about 10 minutes; drain on a plate lined with paper towels until cool. Crumble the bacon.
• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes; drain.
• Rinse macaroni with cold water until cool; drain.
• Mix cooled macaroni, crumbled bacon, mayonnaise, red onion, green bell pepper, ranch salad dressing mix, and Cheddar cheese together in a large bowl.
• Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.

CHEESY MACARONI SALAD

Steps:

• Cook macaroni according to directions. Drain, do not rinse. Stir in powdered cheese. Cool.
• Heat the olive oil in a pan, sauté the vegetables over medium heat until tender crisp. About ten minutes; cool.
• Mix together the mayo and horseradish.
• Add the vegetables to the macaroni mixture. Stir in the mayo mixture. Dice three of the eggs and toss with the salad, along with the shredded cheese.
• Slice the last egg for garnish. Sprinkle with paprika. Salt and pepper to taste.

CHEESY MACARONI SALAD

Steps:

• Cook Macaroni as directed on package. Meanwhile, mix Cheese Sauce Mix and mayo in large microwaveable bowl until blended. Microwave on HIGH 20 sec.; stir.
• Rinse macaroni; drain well. Add to mayo mixture; stir to evenly coat.
• Add remaining ingredients. Refrigerate 1 hour.

BACON RANCH PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain.
• Place bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook until evenly brown. Drain and chop.
• In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, ranch dressing mix, garlic powder, and garlic pepper. Stir in milk until smooth. Place rotini, bacon, tomato, black olives and cheese in bowl and toss to coat with dressing. Cover and chill at least 1 hour in the refrigerator. Toss with additional milk if the salad seems a little dry.