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Potato Salad

Cultural Context

Potato salad is a classic American dish often served at barbecues, picnics, and family gatherings. Its origins can be traced back to various European potato salads, but the American version typically features mayonnaise and hard-boiled eggs. This dish is versatile, with many regional variations incorporating different ingredients like bacon, pickles, or herbs.

AmericanUSside
45 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
9 red potatoes
6 boiled eggs
1 pound of bacon
1 green onion
2 stalks of celery
2 cups of mayonnaise
1 tablespoon of dill relish
3 teaspoons of salt
1 teaspoon of black pepper
1 teaspoon of paprika

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: store-brand mayonnaise

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and adds protein.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: white potatoes

Sweet potatoes offer more nutrients and fiber.

1

Add 1 teaspoon of salt to water and bring the water to a boil.

2

Add the potatoes to the water and allow them to cook for 20 minutes on medium heat.

3

After 20 minutes, turn off the heat and rinse the potatoes with cold water.

4

Allow the potatoes to sit for at least 10 minutes.

5

In a frying pan, fry the bacon for 5 minutes or until crispy.

6

Place the bacon on a paper towel to remove the excess oil, then crumble the bacon and set aside.

7

To make the dressing, combine the mayonnaise, dill relish, black pepper, and remaining salt, and mix well.

8

Add the crumbled bacon, boiled eggs, celery, and green onion to the dressing.

9

Add the potatoes and mix until well combined.

10

Mix in the paprika and serve the potato salad.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Allergens

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Also Known As

American Potato SaladClassic Potato Salad

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