BACON & GORGONZOLA POTATO SALAD

Bacon & Gorgonzola Potato Salad image

Dressed in a rich, creamy sauce flavored with Gorgonzola cheese, chives and bacon, this potato salad is sure to be a hit. I like to make it ahead so the flavors have time to blend. -Barbara Spitzer, Lodi, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1-3/4 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
3/4 cup mayonnaise
3/4 cup sour cream
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1 celery rib, finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced chives, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1 cup bacon bits, divided
2 plum tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped

Steps:

Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, onions, celery, 1 tablespoon chives, salt, pepper and sugar. Stir in cheese and 1/2 cup bacon bits. Fold in tomatoes and potatoes. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Just before serving, sprinkle with remaining chives and bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 566 calories, Fat 36g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 1226mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 16g protein.