Perfect Potato Salad
Ingredients
- 5 lb. russet potatoes
about 8 medium potatoes
- 1 1/2 c. real mayonnaise
plus more as needed, NOT Miracle Whip
- 4 tbsp. mustard
plus more as needed, yellow, dijon, or a mixture of both
- 5 green onions
sliced up to the darkest green part
- plus more to taste1 tsp. kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
- 1/2 tsp. paprika
optional
- 8 small sweet pickles
chopped, may use dill if that's more up your alley
- 4 hard-boiled eggs
roughly chopped
- 4 slices bacon
fried and crumbled
Directions
- 1
Cut the potatoes in halves or thirds, then boil until fork tender. Drain. Mash the potatoes or run them through a ricer or food mill to make them extra fluffy.
- 2
In a large bowl, fold the potatoes together with the mayonnaise, mustard, green onion, salt, pepper, and other seasonings you like, such as paprika. Fold in the pickles, eggs, and bacon, then taste for seasonings, adding more salt, mustard, or mayonnaise as needed. You may also splash in juice from the pickle jar if salad needs a little moisture.
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About this Recipe
Craving that quintessential potluck staple that disappears first? Our Perfect Potato Salad delivers classic comfort with a balance of creamy, tangy, and savory flavors that will make it your go-to recipe.
This recipe shines by carefully combining key ingredients for an irresistible texture and taste. The specific call for real mayonnaise (not Miracle Whip) ensures a rich, authentic creaminess, while the blend of mustards and sweet pickles adds just the right zing. Hearty russet potatoes provide the ideal base, absorbing all those delicious flavors.
Get ready for a potato salad that's wonderfully creamy yet still features distinct, tender potato chunks. Each bite offers a delightful medley: the sharpness of mustard and green onions, the slight tang and crunch from chopped sweet pickles, and the satisfying texture of hard-boiled eggs. The optional paprika adds a subtle warmth, and the crispy crumbled bacon brings a smoky, salty finish that elevates the entire dish. It's a harmonious blend of familiar flavors, ensuring a comforting and satisfying experience every time.
Feel free to tailor this Perfect Potato Salad to your taste. While sweet pickles are suggested, the recipe notes you can easily swap them for dill pickles if you prefer a sharper, more savory profile. For the mustard, a blend of yellow and Dijon provides complexity, but using just one works beautifully. To make it vegetarian, simply omit the bacon—the salad will still be wonderfully flavorful thanks to the other robust ingredients.
This classic potato salad is the ultimate companion for backyard barbecues, summer picnics, or any casual gathering. Serve it chilled alongside grilled meats, sandwiches, or as a beloved side dish at your next potluck.