Quick and easy dinner or lunch, good for making ahead as well when you see your saved pantry stock in these difficult coronavirus times and need some good fresh ideas to make some nice meals. Just, please, add the macaroni to the salmon -mayo mixture when it is still warm. That way it will absorb the flavors better.

1. Boil the macaroni pasta:
Bring a pot of water (2 quarts) to a boil. Add 1 tbsp salt. Add the dry macaroni pasta and cook, uncovered, in a rolling boil for about 10 min, or until the macaroni is al dente (slightly firm). Remove from heat, drain, rinse briefly in cold water (macaroni should be still warm after rinsing) and drain again.

2. Mix salmon and other ingredients in a large bowl: In a large bowl mix the salmon, mayonnaise, mustard, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix in the shallots, parsley, dill, and celery.

3. Stir in drained, warm macaroni: Mix in the cooked macaroni while it is still warm. Add Tabasco and freshly ground black pepper to taste. As the macaroni absorbs the mayonnaise, you may need to add some water to the salad to keep it from being dry. Adjust seasonings.

4. Chill before serving.

Enjoy!