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Southern Potato Salad Recipe

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This Southern Potato Salad recipe is a traditional favorite made with tender potatoes, creamy mayonnaise, tangy mustard, crunchy pickles, and hard-boiled eggs. It's a delicious, comforting side dish perfect for barbecues, picnics, and family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed

  • 1 cup mayonnaise

  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard

  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

  • 1/2 cup finely chopped dill pickles

  • 1/3 cup finely chopped red onion

  • 3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Optional: paprika and chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  • Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and cool.

  • In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, pickles, and red onion.

  • Gently fold in cooled potatoes and chopped eggs.

  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  • Cover and chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

 

  • Garnish with paprika and green onions if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, use a mix of sweet and dill pickles. Best served chilled after a few hours of marinating.

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