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Classic Potato Salad


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 4 hours 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This classic potato salad is creamy, flavorful, and perfect for any gathering.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds yukon gold potatoes
  • 1 ½ cups mayonnaise
  • 1 Tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1 Tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 34 Tablespoons chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 4 hard boiled eggs, roughly chopped

Instructions

  1. Peel and dice 2 pounds yukon gold potatoes into cubes. Place potatoes into a large pot of water.
  2. Boil for about 20 minutes (or until fork tender.) Take care not to overcook your potatoes – you don’t want them overly mushy.
  3. Mix together 1 ½ cups mayonnaise, 1 Tablespoon white vinegar, 1 Tablespoon yellow mustard, 3-4 Tablespoons chicken broth, 1 teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper in a large bowl.
  4. Add cooked potatoes, 2 stalks celery, finely chopped, ½ cup chopped onion and stir gently.
  5. Stir in 4 hard boiled eggs, roughly chopped.
  6. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours to blend flavors and chill.

Notes

  • Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or pickles for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Boiling, Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg