Best 2 Connies Famous Potato Salad Recipes

Connie's Famous Potato Salad is a delightful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. This classic recipe has been passed down through generations and is known for its creamy, tangy dressing and perfectly cooked potatoes. In this article, you'll find the original Connie's Famous Potato Salad recipe, as well as three variations that add a unique twist to this beloved dish.

The original Connie's Famous Potato Salad recipe features tender potatoes coated in a creamy dressing made with mayonnaise, mustard, celery, and hard-boiled eggs. The celery and eggs add a crunchy texture and a savory flavor that complements the potatoes perfectly. The dressing is tangy and flavorful, with a hint of sweetness from the sugar.

If you're looking for a variation on the classic recipe, you'll love the Bacon and Cheddar Potato Salad. This recipe adds crispy bacon and sharp cheddar cheese to the potato salad, creating a dish that is both indulgent and satisfying. The bacon adds a smoky flavor and the cheddar cheese adds a creamy richness that takes this potato salad to the next level.

For a lighter and healthier option, try the Greek Yogurt Potato Salad. This recipe uses Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise, resulting in a potato salad that is lower in calories and fat. The Greek yogurt adds a tangy flavor and a creamy texture, while the lemon juice and fresh herbs brighten up the dish.

Finally, the Dill Pickle Potato Salad is a unique and flavorful variation that is sure to impress your guests. This recipe includes chopped dill pickles, which add a tangy and briny flavor to the potato salad. The red onion and fresh dill add a pop of color and flavor, making this dish a real showstopper.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CONNIE'S SOUTHERN POTATO SALAD

Connie's Southern Potato Salad image

This recipe has been in my family forever. Don't know if they made it up or got the recipe from somewhere else. There is never any left when I take it to picnics or back yard BBQ's. Great with Fried Chicken. Also, what's great about this recipe is that you can add or less ingredients as your taste buds dictate.

Provided by Connie Ottman

Categories Potato Salads

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

5-7 boiled cubed potatoes
6 hard boiled eggs- chopped
2 big sour pickles - chopped
1/4 c chopped onion
1/2 c mayo
1 tsp mustard
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Put all ingredients in a large bowl.
2. If you need more moisture, add a little bit more mayo, mustard and or pickle juice.
3. Mix lightly to combine.

CONNIE'S FAMOUS POTATO SALAD

Connie's Famous Potato Salad image

I originally learned this recipe from my stepmom. I have added to it over the years and came up with this final creation. Great for parties and as a side dish. Of course you can add or delete to the ingredients as you like.

Provided by Connie Kuhlman

Categories Potato

Time 1h30m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

8 -12 hard-boiled eggs (depending on how much you like eggs)
8 -10 medium potatoes
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup mustard (yellow, prepared)
1 stalk celery (diced small)
1/4 cup onion (diced small)
1/4 cup green onion (green tips cut into small pieces like you would put on a baked potato)
1 tablespoon sugar
8 pieces cooked bacon (crumbled into small pieces)
1/8 cup cilantro (diced up into small pieces)
pepper
garlic salt
seasoning salt

Steps:

First step should be to peel and boil the potatoes.
Boil the eggs (so eggs are hardboiled).
I have found that using fresh eggs (just bought from grocery store), leaving them out at room temp for about 15 minutes, and putting salt in the water all help to peel them easily when the time comes.
I generally put both potatoes and eggs in a separate pot and put them on med heat for about an hour.
Just test the potatoes.
You don't want them to soft, but the fork should be able to pierce them easily.
While waiting for the potatoes and eggs to cook, I usually prepare my other ingredients.
I cook the bacon, cut up onion and green onion, celery, cilantro.
You can use the bacon pieces and so forth that you get from the grocery store, but I must say that the taste of fresh bacon really adds to the taste.
Once the potatoes and eggs are done, slice the potatoes into bite sized pieces and peel the eggs and cut into pieces as well.
Then add all the other ingredients and stir together.
The salts and pepper is to taste, but what I do is to take the salts and sprinkle them onto the mixture (back and forth) and just sprinkle the pepper on the same way.
I must recommend to use a big bowl and when it comes to mixing it all together, the best way is to put your hands right into it (make sure they are washed and cleaned first) and blend it all together.
Mash it together and blend from the bottom up to the top until the mixture all seems to be the same consistency.
All together including prep time, it takes about 1/2 hours to make, but it is well worth it.
I have had many people tell me this is the best potato salad they have ever had and I should market it.
Hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Tips:

Use waxy potatoes: Waxy potatoes, such as Yukon Gold or red potatoes, hold their shape better than starchy potatoes, making them ideal for potato salad.
Boil potatoes until just tender: Overcooked potatoes will become mushy in the salad.
Let potatoes cool completely before assembling the salad: This will help prevent the salad from becoming watery.
Use a light hand with the mayonnaise: Too much mayonnaise can make the salad heavy and greasy.
Add some crunch: Chopped celery, onion, or pickles add a nice crunch to potato salad.
Season to taste: Add salt and pepper to taste, and adjust the other seasonings as desired.

Conclusion:

Connie's Famous Potato Salad is a classic recipe that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its creamy, tangy dressing and tender potatoes, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next potluck or picnic.