Macaroni Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 to 4 c. macaroni
1/4 c. chopped celery
1/2 c. chopped cucumber
1/4 c. chopped green or black olives
1/3 to 1/2 c. mayonnaise (Cains plain) or soy mayo
1/4 c. chopped onion (optional)
1/2 c. cubed cheese, tofu or vegetarian cheese (Cheddar type)

Preparation

In a large saucepan 3/4 full of boiling water, a dash of salt and 1 tablespoon of oil, put macaroni in and cook for about 10 minutes.
Makes sure it's done by trying 1 piece that's cooled a little, then drain in strainer and run cool water over it.
Let drain 5 minutes, shaking occasionally to get more water out.
Pour into large mixing bowl.
Mix in celery, cucumber, olives, cheese and mayonnaise.
Add more mayonnaise, if desired.
Chill at least 1 hour before serving.