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Potato Salad


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  • Author: Recipe Author
  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A creamy and delicious potato salad with eggs and a tangy dressing.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds russet potatoes (peeled and sliced into 1 1/2 inch cubes)
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 large bowl cold water (for egg bath, ice added to the water is optional)
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup diced white onions
  • 1/4 cup pickle relish
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. Add the potatoes to a pot or deep skillet along with cold water. Add enough water so that the potatoes are completely covered.
  2. Bring the water to a boil and then adjust the heat to a simmer. Do not cover the pot. The potatoes will need 10-15 minutes to cook. Check in on them after 5 minutes by piercing with a fork. You don’t want the potatoes to overcook, that will result in mushy potatoes.
  3. Once cooked, drain the water from the potatoes. You can use a strainer or use a slotted spoon to gather them. Place the potatoes in a bowl to cool. Cooling is important.
  4. Boil the eggs. Once boiled place them in the bowl of cold water for 10 minutes.
  5. Peel the eggs and slice into small cubes.
  6. Add the cooked eggs, mayo, mustard, relish, white onions, paprika, and salt and pepper to taste to a bowl. Taste repeatedly. You may need to add additional salt and pepper. (If you prefer sweet potato salad add a little more relish and maybe sugar.)
  7. Combine the potatoes and the egg mixture. I like to mix them separately to give the potatoes some time to cool. Stir to combine.
  8. Cover and chill for at least an hour to two hours before serving.

Notes

  • This potato salad is great for picnics and barbecues.
  • If you prefer a sweeter version, increase the amount of pickle relish.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salads
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg