Aunt Pennys Potato Salad Recipes

PENNY'S DELICIOUS NO PICKLE POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Peel and chop potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
• Boil or steam potatoes until just tender (should not immediately fall apart when you stick a fork in).
• Rinse in cold water to chill.
• Combine mayonnaise, mustard, thyme, salt and pepper, blend well and allow to rest at least 30 minutes (while potatoes are cooking).
• In a large bowl, combine all salad ingredients (except garnish), adding more mayonnaise if necessary.
• Garnish with egg slices.
• Chill salad (tastes best a day after you make it).
• Before serving, sprinkle with bacon bits and nasturtium blossoms.

GRANDMA'S CREAMY POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and let cool enough to handle, 10 to 15 minutes. Cut into cubes.
• Mix mayonnaise, celery, onion, vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl. Add potatoes and mix to combine. Stir in eggs and sprinkle with paprika.

BEST CLASSIC POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Cut potatoes into 1 1/2-inch pieces. Place in a large pot and add water to cover by 2 inches. Add 3 teaspoons salt and eggs; bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
• Reduce heat and simmer 9 minutes. Remove eggs to an ice bath. Drain potatoes when fork-tender; they may need another minute or so.
• Peel and chop eggs and set aside.
• Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, onions, celery, dill, pickles, juice and pepper in a large bowl; stir to combine. Stir in potatoes and eggs until well blended, mashing potatoes very slightly. Check for seasoning and add up to 1 teaspoon salt if desired.
• Transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle with paprika, and garnish with olives. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.