Macaroni Olive Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. elbow macaroni
1 Tbsp. salt
3 qt. boiling water
1/2 c. dairy sour cream
1/2 c. mayonnaise
1/3 c. milk
1/2 tsp. basil leaves, crushed
salt and pepper to taste
1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1/3 c. onion, chopped
1 c. raw carrots, thinly sliced
3/4 c. cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced
1/2 c. red radishes, sliced
3/4 c. pimiento-stuffed olives, sliced

Preparation

Gradually add macaroni and salt to rapidly boiling water so water continues to boil.
Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender.
Drain in colander; rinse with cold water and drain again.
Blend together sour cream, mayonnaise, milk, dry mustard, basil leaves and lemon juice in large bowl.
Add macaroni, vegetables and olive slices.
Toss until combined.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Cover and chill for several hours.