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Dill Pickle Pasta Salad

Dill Pickle Pasta Salad is literally my favorite pasta salad ever! In this creamy pasta salad recipe, dill pickles play a starring role and add tons of flavor and crunch! This recipe is even better when it’s made ahead of time making it the perfect potluck dish!

Ingredients :

  • ½ pound medium shells about 3 cups
  • ¾ cup sliced pickles
  • ⅔ cup diced cheddar cheese
  • 3 tablespoons minced white onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • ½ cup dill pickle juice
  • ⅔ cup mayonnaise
  • ⅓ cup sour cream
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 4 tablespoons dill pickle juice
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Directions :

  • Boil pasta al dente according to package directions. Run under cold water to stop cooking.
  • Toss cold pasta with about ½ cup of pickle juice and set aside for about 5 minutes. Drain & discard pickle juice.
  • Combine all dressing ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.
  • Toss all ingredients in a large bowl. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.