Why You’ll Love It:

• Balanced Meal: Carbs, protein, veggies, and dairy in one dish.
• Customizable: Swap ham for bacon, skip olives, or use Greek yogurt.
• Make-Ahead Friendly: Tastes better after chilling overnight.

Ingredients:

• Dressing: Mayo, sour cream, vinegar, mustard, Worcestershire, sugar, salt, pepper.
• Salad Layers: Cooked macaroni, romaine lettuce, red bell pepper, red onion, green peas, celery, ham, olives, cheddar cheese.

How to Make It:

1. Mix dressing and set aside.
2. Cook pasta, rinse, and cool.
3. Layer ingredients in a large glass bowl: lettuce, pasta, veggies, ham, olives, dressing, then cheese.
4. Chill for 5+ hours or overnight.
5. Toss gently before serving.

Tips & Variations:

• Use cold pasta and dry veggies to avoid sogginess.
• Add cherry tomatoes, carrots, or cucumbers for extra crunch.
• Swap pasta for chopped cauliflower for a low-carb version.
• Great for older adults: soft, easy to digest, and nostalgic in flavor.

Storage: Keeps in the fridge up to 3 days. Layers stay fresh and tasty even on day two.