GRANDMA'S POTATO SALAD

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This was my Grandma's recipe for potato salad of course I have tweaked it up a bit, however it still is hers and tastes every bit as good as 40 years ago.

Provided by Mr Dan1960

Categories     Potato

Time P1DT35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 1/2 lbs idaho potatoes
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons yellow mustard
1/4 cup green onion, chopped
2 eggs, hard-boiled and diced
1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, chopped
5 tablespoons garlic, minced
3 medium sweet pickles, diced
1/2 cup onion, diced
1/2 cup celery, sliced thin
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Place potatoes into a large heavy-bottomed pot.
  • Cover with cold water and place over medium heat.
  • Cover the pot and bring to a boil.
  • Immediately reduce heat and remove lid.
  • Gently simmer until potatoes are fork tender.
  • Drain and place into an ice bath to cool.
  • Remove skin.
  • Slice potatoes into rounds then half and place into a zip top bag.
  • Add the vinegar and toss to coat all of the potatoes.
  • Place the bag into the refrigerator overnight.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, green onions, tarragon, garlic, pickles, diced hard boiled eggs, sugar, onions, and celery.
  • Once evenly combined, add the potatoes and season with salt and pepper.
  • Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 555.2, Fat 22.7, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 121, Sodium 1283.8, Carbohydrate 80.4, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 13.6, Protein 11

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