CLASSIC AMERICAN-STYLE POTATO SALAD

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Most potato salads look and taste better when made with low-starch red boiling potatoes. For Classic American-Style Potato Salad, you can use any size of this variety, but the small new potatoes cook 10 to 15 minutes faster than the larger ones. Choose potatoes that are all roughly the same size, if possible, so they cook in the same time.

Provided by USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Dairy-Free Potato Salad Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds red boiling potatoes, scrubbed
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 hard-cooked eggs
1 small celery stalk
¼ cup chopped sweet pickle (not relish)
3 scallions
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon-style mustard

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a pot with water to cover. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer, stirring to ensure even cooking, until a thin-bladed paring knife or a metal skewer inserted into a potato can be removed with no resistance, 25 to 30 minutes. Drain, rinse under cold water and drain again. Cool slightly.
  • Cut warm potatoes into 3/4-inch dice with a serrated knife. Layer them in a bowl, seasoning with vinegar, salt and pepper as you go. Cut eggs, celery and pickle in 1/4-inch dice and thinly slice scallions. Add to potatoes, along with parsley. Stir in mayonnaise and mustard until everything is combined. Chill, covered, before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.4 calories, Carbohydrate 28.8 g, Cholesterol 99.5 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 549.9 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

Brad Shouse
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I love this potato salad! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Robert pacheco
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This potato salad is the perfect side dish for any summer gathering. It's light and refreshing, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Logan Litherland
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I made this potato salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the creamy dressing and the tender potatoes.


Noah Reyna
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This potato salad is a bit different from the ones I'm used to, but it's really good. The celery and onion add a nice crunch.


H A
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I'm not a big fan of potato salad, but this one is really good. It's not too mayonnaise-y and the potatoes are cooked perfectly.


Tony Der
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This potato salad is easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it.


Ibbi Baig
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I've made this potato salad several times and it always turns out great. It's a family favorite!


Ali Hassan chachar
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This potato salad is a great way to use up leftover potatoes. It's also a very versatile dish - you can add whatever vegetables or meats you like.


SHAKEL Ahmed
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I made this potato salad for a picnic and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Sebastiaan Roux
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This potato salad is the best I've ever had! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the potatoes are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.