Southern Potato Salad

Here’s a classic recipe for Southern Potato Salad:

Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 3 large eggs, hard-boiled and chopped
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1/2 cup sweet pickle relish
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Paprika for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Cook Potatoes:
  • In a large pot, cover diced potatoes with cold water and add a pinch of salt.
  • Bring to a boil and simmer until potatoes are fork-tender, about 10-15 minutes.
  • Drain and let the potatoes cool.
  1. Prepare Eggs:
  • Hard-boil the eggs, cool them, peel, and chop.
  1. Make Dressing:
  • In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, yellow mustard, sweet pickle relish, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
  1. Assemble Salad:
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled diced potatoes, chopped eggs, celery, and red onion.
  1. Add Dressing:
  • Gently fold the dressing into the potato mixture until everything is well coated.
  1. Chill:
  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate the potato salad for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
  1. Serve:
  • Before serving, give the potato salad a good stir and adjust seasoning if needed.
  1. Garnish (Optional):
  • Sprinkle paprika on top for a finishing touch.
  1. Enjoy:
  • Serve your Southern Potato Salad as a delicious side dish at picnics, barbecues, or family gatherings.

This classic Southern Potato Salad is known for its creamy texture and a perfect balance of flavors. It’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

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