RED HOT & BLUE POTATO SALAD - THE ORIGINAL

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Red Hot & Blue Potato Salad - the Original image

I've searched for this recipe for several years, ever since I worked at the Red Hot & Blue restaurant in Savannah, GA. I FINALLY managed to get ahold of the store manual's recipe, and this is scaled down from it. It will still make a fair amount, about 12 servings...but once you try it, you'll be grateful for that extra, cause it WON'T last long!!!

Provided by Twisted Moon

Categories     Potato

Time 55m

Yield 2/3 C Servings, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 lbs Red Bliss potatoes
4 large eggs
1/2 cup finely chopped green onion top
1 1/4 cups mayonnaise
1 3/4 teaspoons celery seeds
1 3/4 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Steam the potatoes skin-on for approximately 45 minutes (you can boil them, but they tend to be slightly mushier in the end result). Set aside until cool enough to handle. Boil your eggs, then do the same. When cool enough, peel the eggs ONLY (do NOT peel the potatoes -- the skin gives it part of it's unique texture and taste).
  • In a large bowl, mix the remaining ingredients together until thoroughly mixed. Chop the potatoes and eggs into bite-size pieces and add to bowl. Mix GENTLY -- you want salad, not mush -- until blended.
  • Serve at room temp for up to 2 hours after making -- refridgerate leftovers. It tastes best when room temp, but is delicious cold too -- so if you are making this in advance, it's fine to chill it.
  • NOTE - If you are on a low-sodium diet, you can easily reduce or eliminate the salt the recipe calls for. Just let people salt it at table to taste!
  • ***Wanted to say THANKS to all the reviews! Here's another hint to make this easier: when you are going to make boiled eggs, ALWAYS make sure you buy the eggs at LEAST 7-10 days in advance. Why? Because as an egg matures, it develops a small air "bubble" inside it (it's the membrane separating from the shell). Having this bubble makes it a BREEZE to peel the eggs once they've cooled completely (also a great trick for Easter Eggs, BTW). You want your eggs to be around 10-12 days old, and it takes, on average, 2-3 days to get them from the laying facility to the store.

Afzan Ali
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I love this potato salad! It's so flavorful and the potatoes are cooked perfectly.


Ariyan Khan007
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This is a great recipe. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Smart Boy Alim
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This potato salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I highly recommend it!


Sean Maturingan
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I made this potato salad for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


cynthia kasujja
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This is the best potato salad I've ever tasted. I will definitely be making it again and again.


tero _
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite!


Md Monjurul
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This potato salad is a perfect side dish for any occasion.


Mafeze Mazibuko
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I love the combination of red and blue potatoes in this salad. It's so visually appealing!


Raeline Martinez
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This potato salad is so easy to make, and it's so delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


Polo Gee
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I'm not a huge fan of potato salad, but this one is really good. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the potatoes are cooked perfectly.


Jhaybem Delexio
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This is the best potato salad I've ever had. I highly recommend it!


Maman Baby
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I made this for a picnic and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


sham Raj
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This potato salad is amazing! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The red potatoes and blue potatoes add a beautiful pop of color, and the dressing is the perfect balance of tangy and sweet.