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Grandma’s Famous Potato Salad 🥔🥗
Overview:
- Name: Grandma’s Famous Potato Salad
- Category: Potato
- Keywords: Vegetable, Summer, < 60 Mins, Easy
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Description: My grandmother’s famous potato salad is a timeless classic, elevated by a secret twist: more sour cream than mayo, resulting in a luxuriously creamy texture that surpasses any store-bought deli potato salad. Enhanced with extra parsley, a splash of lemon juice, and omitting the pimentos, it’s the perfect addition to any BBQ or gathering.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 316.2
- Fat Content: 11.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 6.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 29.9mg
- Sodium Content: 835.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 48.8g
- Fiber Content: 5.4g
- Sugar Content: 10g
- Protein Content: 6g
Ingredients:
Ingredients | Quantity |
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Sour cream | 1 cup |
Mustard | 2 tbsp |
Pimiento | 1 jar |
Ground pepper | 1/2 tsp |
Fresh parsley | 2 tbsp |
Vinegar | 2 tbsp |
Salt | 1/3 tsp |
Sugar | 1 tsp |
Mayonnaise | 1/4 cup |
Potatoes | 6 large |
Instructions:
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Prepare Potatoes:
- Begin by cutting the potatoes into cubes, aiming for approximately 1-inch squares.
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Boil Potatoes:
- Place the cubed potatoes in a pot of boiling water, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Boil the potatoes until they are soft but still retain their shape and texture. Be careful not to overcook; mushy potatoes won’t hold up well in the salad.
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Cool Potatoes:
- Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them and allow them to cool completely.
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Mix Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients except for the mayonnaise. This includes the sour cream, mustard, pimiento, ground pepper, fresh parsley, vinegar, salt, and sugar.
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Add Mayonnaise:
- Gently fold in the mayonnaise as the final step in the mixing process. This helps to bind all the ingredients together and gives the salad its creamy texture.
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Combine with Potatoes:
- Once the dressing is thoroughly mixed, pour it over the cooled potatoes.
- Lightly toss the potatoes with the dressing until they are evenly coated.
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Chill and Serve:
- Cover the potato salad and refrigerate it for at least an hour before serving. Chilling allows the flavors to meld together and enhances the overall taste.
- Serve chilled and enjoy Grandma’s famous potato salad at your next gathering or BBQ!
Tips:
- Choose the Right Potatoes: Opt for starchy potatoes like russets or Yukon Golds, as they hold their shape well when cooked and absorb flavors beautifully.
- Don’t Overcook: Boil the potatoes just until they are tender. Overcooking will result in a mushy texture, which is not ideal for potato salad.
- Adjust Seasonings to Taste: Feel free to adjust the seasonings according to your preference. Add more salt, pepper, or herbs to suit your taste buds.
- Make Ahead: This potato salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before serving. Just give it a good stir before serving to redistribute the dressing.
- Customize: Get creative with additional mix-ins like chopped hard-boiled eggs, diced celery, or crispy bacon for extra flavor and texture.
Enjoy this timeless classic that’s sure to become a staple at your gatherings, thanks to Grandma’s secret recipe and a few modern twists!