Best 6 Mom Florences Mashed Potato Salad Recipes

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Indulge in the classic charm of Mom Florence's Mashed Potato Salad, a delectable dish that has been passed down through generations. This timeless salad captivates taste buds with its creamy and fluffy mashed potatoes, perfectly complemented by a tangy and flavorful dressing. It's an ideal side dish for any occasion, whether it's a backyard barbecue or a family gathering. With its simple yet delightful ingredients, Mom Florence's Mashed Potato Salad promises to be a crowd-pleaser.

In addition to the classic recipe, this article offers variations to cater to diverse preferences. For those who love a bit of crunch, the Celery and Bacon Mashed Potato Salad adds a delightful texture and savory flavor. If you're looking for a lighter version, the Greek Yogurt Mashed Potato Salad offers a healthier alternative without compromising on taste. And for a unique twist, the Avocado and Corn Mashed Potato Salad combines the creaminess of avocados with the sweetness of corn, resulting in a vibrant and refreshing salad.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

MASHED POTATO SALAD



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My mother used to make this on Easter to go with our ham and she used to make it for our get togethers whenever we were having a lot of company. We also like it at room temperature. Just do not leave it out any longer then you would regular potato salad. Served warm, it goes great with ham or fried chicken.

Provided by Linda

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Red Potato Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 red potatoes
5 Yukon Gold potatoes
2 tablespoons butter
salt and pepper to taste
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup prepared mustard
½ cup sour cream
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
1 red onion, finely diced
2 small sweet pickles, finely chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped

Steps:

  • Cube potatoes, if desired you may peel them. Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Cook over medium heat until potatoes are tender. Drain and place cooked potatoes in a large bowl.
  • Mash potatoes with butter and salt and pepper to taste. Once mashed stir in the mayonnaise, mustard and sour cream, mixing well. Stir in the celery, onion, pickles and green pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.7 calories, Carbohydrate 56.8 g, Cholesterol 25.6 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 420 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

TOLAN'S MOM'S POTATO SALAD (TYLER FLORENCE)



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From Tyler Florence's cookbook, Tyler's Ultimate. He claims this is the best potato salad he's ever made. I made half the amount of dressing indicated and still had plenty.

Provided by iris5555

Categories     Potato

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lbs small yukon gold potatoes
2 large eggs
kosher salt
1/2 bunch scallion, sliced, white and green parts
2 tablespoons drained capers
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Dijon mustard (I used half as much)
1/4 cup finely chopped dill pickle
1/4 cup pickle juice
1 small red onion, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat leaf parsley
1/2 lemon, juice of
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place potatoes and eggs in saucepan of cold, salted water.
  • Bring to a simmer.
  • Remove eggs with a slotted spoon after 12 minutes and let cool.
  • Continue cooking potatoes until tender, about 3 minutes longer.
  • Drain potatoes in a colander and let them cool.
  • Reserve some scallions and capers for garnish.
  • Stir together mayonnaise, mustard, pickles with juice, onions, remaining scallions and capers, parsley and lemon juice in a bowl large enough to hold the potatoes.
  • Peel the cooled eggs and grate them into the bowl.
  • Peel cooled potatoes with a paring knife.
  • Cut potatoes into chunks and toss with the dressing to coat.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Garnish with reserved scallions and capers.

DAD'S MASHED POTATO SALAD



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Provided by Martina McBride

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch large chunks
3 /4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Pinch freshly ground nutmeg
1/4 cup warm half-and-half
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons Miracle Whip
1/4 cup yellow mustard
3/4 cup finely chopped celery
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 cups finely chopped sweet pickles
1/4 cup sweet pickle juice
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar
5 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Cover the potato chunks with cold water in a large saucepot. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender. Drain and return the potatoes to the pot. Add the butter, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Mash with a potato masher or electric hand mixer (essentially you are making mashed potatoes), adding warm half-and-half as needed until the potatoes are smooth and creamy. You should have a little over 6 cups of mashed potatoes.
  • Add the Miracle Whip, mustard, celery, onion, pickles, pickle juice, and sugar, mixing after each addition. Stir in the eggs until combined. Chill at least 1 hour or make the night before and refrigerate. Sprinkle with the chopped freshly parsley before serving.

MOM'S MASHED POTATOES A LA KING



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 pounds Idaho russet potatoes (about 5 potatoes), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound celery root, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
Kosher salt
2 sticks butter, 1 softened and 1 melted, plus more for greasing
6 ounces cream cheese
1 cup half-and-half, warmed
1/4 cup prepared horseradish
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
1/4 cup fresh minced chives

Steps:

  • Add the potatoes, celery root and 1 tablespoon salt to a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook over medium-high heat until fork tender, about 15 minutes. Drain the potatoes and celery root.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9-by-13-inch baking pan.
  • Whip together the cream cheese and softened butter in a large bowl with a hand mixer on medium speed until thoroughly blended, about 2 minutes. Add the hot potatoes and celery root slowly, alternating with the half-and-half. Whip until blended. Sprinkle with salt and stir in the horseradish, garlic powder and white pepper.
  • Pour the potato mixture into the prepared baking pan. Pour the melted butter over the potato mixture. Bake until bubbly and slightly brown, about 45 minutes. Garnish with the chives.

MOM'S MASHED POTATO SALAD



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Mashed potato salad that can be made with or without the chopped egg. This is the only kind of potato salad my dad will eat; try it and you'll see why.

Provided by MICKE

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Dairy-Free Potato Salad Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 Yukon Gold potatoes
1 small sweet onion, diced
3 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
½ cup diced celery
¼ cup chopped sweet pickles
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup sweet pickle juice
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard

Steps:

  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and transfer potatoes to a large bowl.
  • Mash potatoes with a potato masher. Stir in onion, eggs, celery, pickles, salt, and black pepper. Mix mayonnaise, pickle juice, and mustard in a separate bowl; pour over potatoes and mix well. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.5 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Cholesterol 89.9 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 222.2 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

MOM FLORENCE'S MASHED POTATO SALAD



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This is how Mom Florence made her potato salad; uses instant mashed potatoes; it is good and it was just put together by taste; yes, another one of those, lol. You can use leftover mashed potatoes for this recipe; that is what Mom did.

Provided by Dienia B.

Categories     Potato

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 1/3 cups water
3/4 cup milk
2 1/2 cups instant potato flakes
1/2 cup Miracle Whip
3 eggs, hard boiled, peeled
2 teaspoons mustard
1/2 cup pickle relish, sweet or 1/2 cup dill, you choose
1/4 cup onion, diced
1 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Make the potatoes by boiling water, milk, and pepper; add instant potato flakes.
  • should be pretty stiff
  • Add Miracle Whip or mayonnaise if you prefer.
  • Dice up hard boiled eggs.
  • Add mustard to taste.
  • Add relish. Mom started out with sweet relish but switched to dill after Dad got diabetes.
  • Add onion.
  • Now you may need more Miracle Whip, depending how you like it; adjust to taste.
  • Chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.3, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 102.8, Sodium 439.1, Carbohydrate 33.1, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 9.3, Protein 6.6

Tips:

  • Use Yukon Gold or russet potatoes for the best flavor and texture. Yukon Gold potatoes are creamy and buttery, while russet potatoes are firm and hold their shape well.
  • Boil the potatoes in salted water until they are tender but not mushy. The potatoes should be easy to pierce with a fork, but they should still hold their shape.
  • Drain the potatoes well and let them cool slightly before mashing them. This will help to prevent the potatoes from becoming gluey.
  • Mash the potatoes until they are smooth and creamy. You can use a potato masher, a ricer, or a food processor to mash the potatoes.
  • Add the mayonnaise, celery, onion, and parsley to the mashed potatoes and stir until well combined. You can also add other ingredients, such as hard-boiled eggs, bacon, or peas.
  • Season the potato salad to taste with salt, pepper, and other seasonings. You can also add a dollop of Dijon mustard or sour cream for extra flavor.
  • Chill the potato salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and the salad will be more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Mom Florence's mashed potato salad is a classic side dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and other gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like it simple or loaded with add-ins, this potato salad is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a delicious and versatile side dish, give Mom Florence's mashed potato salad a try.

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