Grandma’s Old Fashioned Potato Salad

When picnic season comes around, Potato Salad is one of the most loved dishes there are. So many variations for Potato Salad are available, it seems every family has their own variation. This one is one that I absolutely love.

With a few basic ingredients, you too can make this wonderful dish.

This is a delicious Old-Fashioned recipe, perfect for picnics and potlucks.

This is the perfect addition to buffets. made with potatoes, eggs and a few other ingredients that are already likely in your pantry or refrigerator.

So give this recipe a try today, and you’ll be glad you did!

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What type of Potato is best to use for Potato Salad?

When you make Potato Salad, you want to use a waxy type of potato. Options include Red potatoes, or Yukon Gold potatoes.

What are some variations to Potato Salad?

German Potato Salad has a warm Bacon dressing. There is also one that uses more mustard in the recipe, and of course there is always one that has no mustard to the recipe. There is an Italian vinaigrette dressing for one, and a loaded baked potato salad.

Can I make Potato Salad without using mayonnaise?

You sure can. You could use a vinaigrette dressing or a sour cream-based dressing. I know a few people who use Greek yogurt to make the dressing.

Ingredients:

• Idaho potatoes
• Onion
• Eggs
• Sweet pickle cubes
• Dill pickle cubes
• Celery stalk 
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Hellman’s Mayonnaise
• Mustard
• Paprika for garnish

How to make Old Fashioned Potato Salad:

Step 1: Slice your peeled potatoes into thin cuts.

Step 2: In a 5-quart pot, add potatoes and water.

Step 3: Place the pot on the stove and turn the heat to medium.

Step 4: Drain your potatoes and allow them to cool.

Step 5: In a medium mixing bowl, add your eggs and onion, and stir to combine.

Step 6: Grab another mixing bowl and add celery, pickles, mustard, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper.

Step 7: Mix all ingredients together.

Step 8: Now, add the potatoes.

Step 9: Then, add the eggs and onion.

Step 10: Add in the mayonnaise and stir until blended.

Step 11: Add in your sliced hard-boiled eggs on top and sprinkle paprika.

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How is this to be stored, for how long?

Potato Salad should be in an airtight container and then placed into the refrigerator. You can store potato Salad for 3 to 5 days when tightly covered.

Can I boil the potatoes in advance?

It is actually a very good idea to boil potatoes in advance. This gives the time to cool completely or to be chilled really well before using them in the Potato Salad.

How far in advance can I make Potato Salad?

You can make it up to two days in advance. I would suggest waiting to add in the mayonnaise until just before serving. This prevents the potatoes from becoming soggy.

More Summer Side Dishes

Deviled Egg Pasta Salad … the BEST potato salad ever.

Bacon Ranch and Pea Salad – the perfect summery side dish. SO GOOOD!

Cucumber, Tomato, Avocado Salad – It is very easy to prepare and the family loves it!