Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice from 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce, preferably Texas Pete
  • 3/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 pound elbow macaroni
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 rib celery, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped shallots
  • 4 scallions, finely sliced
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method

  • Whisk together all ingredients in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  • In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until very tender, about 15 minutes. Drain pasta and transfer to a large bowl. Add vinegar and stir until completely absorbed. Let pasta stand until cool, about 10 minutes.
  • Add dressing and stir until well coated. Stir in celery, shallots, and scallions. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and chill in refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.