Chef John's Best Macaroni Salad
INGREDIENTS
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Ingredients for 12 portions:
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1 pound (4 cups) uncooked elbow macaroni, cooked in well-salted water
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For the dressing:
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1 cup mayonnaise, plus an extra spoon as needed
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1/4 cup white vinegar
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1 or 2 tbsp white sugar
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2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
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2 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/8 tsp cayenne
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1/2 cup green onions, white and light parts
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1 cup finely diced celery
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3/4 cup diced red bell pepper
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1/2 cup diced green pepper (I used poblano and jalapeno)
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1/2 cup grated carrot
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