Dill Pickle Pasta Salad (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 2 cups large elbow macaroni
02 - 1 cup dill pickles, chopped
03 - ¼ cup white onion, finely diced
04 - 1½ cups mayonnaise
05 - ⅓ cup pickle brine or pickle vinegar
06 - ½ teaspoon fresh dill, finely chopped (optional)
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

# Instructions:

01 - Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a rolling boil. Add 2 cups of large elbow macaroni and cook until al dente. Drain, add a few ice cubes, and set aside in the colander to cool.
02 - In a large bowl, mix 1.5 cups of mayonnaise, ⅓ cup pickle brine, finely diced white onion, and cracked black pepper until smooth.
03 - Stir in the chopped dill pickles and fresh dill (if using).
04 - Add the cooled macaroni to the bowl and stir until fully coated in the dressing. Serve immediately or chill before serving. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.