Southern Potato Salad
Southern Potato Salad is a classic dish that brings a taste of the South to your table. This recipe combines simple ingredients to create a flavorful and satisfying side dish. Let’s dive into the details of crafting this culinary delight.
Ingredients:
| Ingredients |
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| 3 lbs russet potatoes |
| 1 cup mayonnaise |
| 1/4 portion Dijon mustard |
| 2 tsp apple cider vinegar |
| 2 tsp sugar |
| 1/2 cup sweet pickles |
| 1 stalk celery, chopped |
| 1 medium-sized onion, finely chopped |
| 4 large eggs, hard-boiled and chopped |
Instructions:
Follow these simple steps for a perfect Southern Potato Salad:
- Boil the Potatoes:
- Fill a large pot with water.
- Place the potatoes in the pot and heat until boiled.
- Cook until the potatoes are easily pierced with a knife.
- Cool and Prep Potatoes:
- Transfer the fully cooked potatoes to a bowl of ice water to rapidly cool them.
- Remove the skin and cut them into large chunks.
- Prepare the Dressing:
- In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and sugar.
- Mix the ingredients to create a flavorful dressing.
- Assemble the Salad:
- Pour the dressing over the potatoes.
- Add sweet pickles, celery, onion, and the chopped hard-boiled eggs.
- Season and Mix:
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Thoroughly mix all the ingredients until well-combined.
- Optional Decoration:
- If desired, decorate the top with more hard-boiled egg slices for an appealing presentation.
