Mastering the Art of Filipino-Style Macaroni Salad. Occasional desert

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces fat content.

sweet pickle relish

🥗Healthier: chopped fresh cucumbers

💰Cheaper: dill pickle relish

Chopped cucumbers add freshness with fewer calories.

ham

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: bologna

Turkey offers a leaner protein option.

Boil elbow macaroni in salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.

Drain macaroni and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.

In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, and sugar.

Add cooled macaroni to the bowl and mix well to coat evenly.

Fold in diced carrots, peas, chopped boiled eggs, and onion.

Stir in diced ham and shredded cheddar cheese gently.

Add pineapple chunks and mix until just combined.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.

Serve chilled as a side dish or at gatherings.

Cooking Techniques

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