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Bold Old-fashioned Potato Salad: 10 Beloved Classics

Old-fashioned potato salad

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A classic, old-fashioned potato salad recipe that’s creamy, flavorful, and perfect for any gathering. This recipe brings a taste of nostalgia to your table.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped

Instructions

  1. Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt.
  2. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, about 15-20 minutes.
  3. Drain potatoes and let them cool slightly.
  4. While potatoes are cooling, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, white vinegar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  5. Add the cooled potatoes to the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss to coat.
  6. Stir in celery, red onion, and chopped hard-boiled eggs.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

  • For a creamier salad, add a little more mayonnaise.
  • Adjust seasoning to your taste.
  • You can add other ingredients like chopped pickles or chives for extra flavor.

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