Quick & Easy Macaroni Salad

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COOK PASTA

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DRAIN

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MAKE THE DRESSING

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Quick & Easy Macaroni Salad

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COOK PASTA

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions for "al dente pasta."

DRAIN

2. After cooking, drain and rinse with very cold water to speed cooling and prevent continued cooking. Spread the macaroni out on a layer of paper towels. Pat dry.

MAKE THE DRESSING

3. In a large bowl, combine the lemon juice, mayonnaise, sour cream, dijion mustard, salt, pepper, and parsley. Whisk until combined.

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