Creamy Classic Macaroni Salad for Summer Gatherings

Ingredients

• 8 ounces elbow macaroni pasta
• 1/2 red bell pepper, diced small
• 2 celery stalks, diced small
• 1/3 cup finely diced red onion
• 5 sweet gherkins, finely diced
• 4 ounces cheddar cheese, cubed small
• 2 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and finely diced
• 3/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons sweet pickle juice
• 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/8 teaspoon paprika (optional)