Bestemor'S Macaroni Salad

• 1 pound salad or shell macaroni
• 1 pound bacon ( thick sliced is good or use bacon ends, pieces)
• 1 can peas
• Exact proportions of the following are not important
• diced bell pepper (any)
• diced celery with leaves
• sliced and diced green onions with tops
• minced parsley
• Extra Sharp White Cheddar (small dice)
• Salt and Pepper
• Mayonaise
• Lemon juice to taste if desired

1. Cook macaroni in boiling salted water until slightly underdone. Drain in colander and rinse with cold water. Pour can of Peas over macaroni when cooled to drain
2. Fry bacon until crisp but not overdone and drain on paper towel. When cool cut into small pieces.
3. Place above in a large bowl and add vegetables and cheese. Season with S and P and add mayonnaise. Add lemon juice to taste if desired. Mix all together, cover and refrigerate to allow flavors to meld and macaroni to absorb moisture.
4. Enjoy!

salad, bacon, peas, proportions, bell pepper, celery, green onions, parsley, salt, mayonaise, lemon juice

Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/bestemors-macaroni-salad-52409111 (may not work)