Macaroni Salad - Alton Brown

Ingredients

• 8 ounces dried elbow macaroni
• 2 tablespoons +1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
• 1 teaspoon neutral oil
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon spicy brown mustard
• 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus extra for serving
• 1/3 cup finely diced sweet onion
• 1/3 cup finely diced green bell pepper
• 1/3 cup finely diced celery
• 4 ounces smoked ham, 1/4-inch dice
• 1/3 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• 2 tablespoons chopped dill