Easy Southern Potato Salad

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs baby potatoes (or regular potatoes)
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (or yellow mustard)
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt (more to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (more to taste)
• 3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
• 1/2 cup celery, diced
• 1/2 cup red onion, diced (or green onions for a milder flavor)
• 1 cup pickles (sweet or dill, diced) or relish
• Paprika for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cook the Potatoes:

• Wash the baby potatoes and cut them in half (or quarter larger potatoes). Place them in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt.
• Bring to a boil and cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender but not mushy. Test with a fork; they should be easily pierced but still hold their shape. Drain and let cool slightly.

1. Prepare the Dressing:

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.

1. Combine Ingredients:

• Once the potatoes have cooled enough to handle, cut them into bite-sized pieces (if you haven’t done so already) and add them to the mixing bowl with the dressing.
• Gently fold in the chopped hard-boiled eggs, celery, red onion, and pickles or relish. Mix until everything is well coated.

1. Taste and Adjust:

• Taste the potato salad and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or mayonnaise according to your preference.

1. Chill:

• Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the potato salad to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours (or overnight) to allow the flavors to meld together.

1. Serve:

• Before serving, give the potato salad a gentle stir. Garnish with a sprinkle of paprika, if desired. Enjoy!

Tips:

• For added flavor, you can mix in chopped bell peppers, fresh herbs (like dill or parsley), or even bacon bits!
• This potato salad can be made a day in advance, making it a great option for meal prep.

This Southern Potato Salad is creamy, flavorful, and always a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy sharing it at your next gathering!