Ingredients
1 1 recipe old-fashioned egg -
Directions
: salad (see previous
: recipe)
7 oz Elbow macaroni -- cooked
: and
1/2 c Chopped green pepper
1/2 c Mayonnaise
2 oz Jar chopped pimientos --
: drained
Lettuce leaves Paprika, optional In a bowl, combine egg salad,
macaroni, green pepper, mayonnaise and pimientos. Cover and chill.
For each serving, spoon about 3/4 cup onto a lettuce leaf. Sprinkle
with paprika, if desired.
From: "Taste of Home" Magazine Posted by: Debbie Carlson (PHHW01A) -
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