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Grandma's Easy Potato Salad Recipe

This traditional potato salad is creamy, classic, and full of old fashioned flavor. An easy homemade side dish that’s perfect for potlucks, BBQs, and family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Side Dish
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes or baby red
  • 1 ¼ cups mayonnaise
  • ½ cup sweet pickle relish
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons celery seeds
  • ⅓ teaspoon paprika
  • 3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • ⅓ cup sweet onion, finely diced
  • 2 teaspoons fresh dill or parsley optional
  • salt and black pepper, to taste

Method
 

  1. Boil potatoes in salted water for 13 to 15 minutes until fork-tender.
  2. Mix mayonnaise, relish, mustard, vinegar, celery seeds, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Chop eggs, celery, and onion.
  4. Combine warm potatoes with dressing, then add remaining ingredients. Chill before serving.

Notes

  • Best made ahead for deeper flavor
  • Slightly soft potatoes give a creamier texture
  • Add pickle juice for extra flavor if needed
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days

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