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Southern Potato Salad

Southern Potato Salad Recipe

Southern Potato Salad is a quintessential dish that captures the essence of comfort food. This creamy, tangy salad comes together in just 30 minutes, making it a perfect choice for potlucks, BBQs, and picnics. Featuring a delightful blend of flavors from mayonnaise, mustard, and pickle relish, it’s not only easy to prepare but also highly customizable to suit your taste preferences. Serve it chilled alongside grilled meats or as part of a vibrant picnic spread, and watch as it becomes the star of any gathering. With its rich texture and refreshing taste, this Southern Potato Salad is sure to please everyone at the table!

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds Russet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
  • 1 ¼ cups mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • ¼ cup pickle relish
  • 5 hard-boiled eggs (diced)
  • 2 stalks celery (diced)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Boil diced potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 10 minutes; drain and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, mustard, pickle relish, garlic powder, sugar, and vinegar until combined.
  3. Add drained potatoes to the dressing and gently fold in the diced eggs and celery.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Chill for at least an hour before serving.

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Keywords: For added crunch, consider mixing in diced bell peppers or olives. Allowing the salad to chill enhances the flavor as the ingredients meld together beautifully.