OLIVE POTATO SALAD

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My mother shared this recipe with me at my bridal shower more than 45 years ago. -Margaret Matson, Metamora, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

10 hard-boiled large eggs
10 medium potatoes, cooked, peeled and cubed
2 celery ribs, chopped
2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
DRESSING:
1/4 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
4 egg yolks, lightly beaten
6 tablespoons white vinegar
6 tablespoons water
1-1/2 teaspoons butter
Paprika

Steps:

  • Chop six hard-boiled eggs; set aside. Slice remaining hard-boiled eggs and refrigerate. In a large serving bowl, combine the chopped eggs, potatoes, celery, olives, parsley, salt and pepper; refrigerate., For dressing, combine the sugar, flour, salt and mustard in a saucepan. Combine the egg yolks, vinegar and water; gradually whisk into saucepan. Add butter. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Cool to room temperature, stirring several times. Pour over potato mixture; gently stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Top with sliced eggs; sprinkle with paprika.

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