Gramma Burgess’s Potato Salad ๐ฅ๐ฅ
Overview:
Gramma Burgess’s Potato Salad is a timeless classic that epitomizes the essence of comfort food. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or any gathering, this salad is a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, it’s a dish you’ll want to make again and again.
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 5-7
Ingredients:
- 5-7 Idaho potatoes
- 1 bunch green onions
- 7-8 hard-boiled eggs
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions:
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Boil Potatoes: Begin by boiling the Idaho potatoes in salted water until they are tender and cooked through. This usually takes around 15 minutes, depending on the size of the potatoes.
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Prepare Potatoes: If you’ve opted for Idaho potatoes, peel them after they are cooked and then cut them into 3/4-inch cubes. However, if you’re using red-skinned potatoes, you can leave the skins on and simply cube them.
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Prep Remaining Ingredients: While the potatoes are boiling, prepare the remaining ingredients. Peel and chop the hard-boiled eggs and green onions. For a milder flavor, the recipe suggests using green onions instead of yellow onions, especially if you anticipate having leftovers, as the yellow onion’s flavor can intensify overnight.
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Prepare Olives: If using olives, drain most of the juice from them, leaving just a bit to add a hint of saltiness to the salad.
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Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed potatoes, chopped eggs, green onions, and olives. Add approximately 1 cup of mayonnaise to start, adjusting the quantity based on personal preference and the amount of potatoes used. Start with a few generous dollops of mayo, then mix well. Add more mayo as needed until the salad reaches your desired consistency.
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Season to Taste: Once all the ingredients are combined, season the potato salad with salt and pepper to taste. You may be surprised at how much salt it requires, so be sure to taste as you go and adjust accordingly.
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Serve and Enjoy: Transfer the potato salad to a serving dish and garnish with a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper or a few extra chopped green onions for added freshness. Then, dig in and savor every delicious bite of Gramma Burgess’s Potato Salad!
This recipe is not only quick and easy to prepare, but it’s also highly customizable. Feel free to add your own twist by incorporating additional ingredients like crispy bacon, diced celery, or tangy pickles. However you choose to enjoy it, this potato salad is sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire. So grab your picnic basket, lay out the checkered blanket, and indulge in a serving of pure comfort food bliss!
