Perfect Potato Salad

August 25, 2011

Whether you like yours creamy or vinegar based, skins on or off, Yukon gold or red bliss, potato salad is all about personal preference. Over the years, I have sampled my fair share of potato salad. I can distinctly remember the versions that had me going back for seconds, and also the ones that stopped me at one bite — pineapple in potato salad? For me, the perfect potato salad starts with red potatoes. Besides being high in fiber, red potatoes have a higher moisture content that results in a better texture when cold. Leaving the skins on, I boil the potatoes in salted water until slightly tender. This next step I learned from my favorite potato salad recipe (click here for recipe). Drain the potatoes in a colander, then place the colander with the potatoes over the empty pot and cover with a clean, dry kitchen towel. Allow the potatoes to steam for 15 to 20 minutes. Trust me; the extra step of steaming the potatoes is worth it. Substitute TSG Racy Wasabi Raspberry Mustard in place of the Dijon called for in the recipe (I also cut the dill back to a ¼ cup). Make sure to gently toss the potatoes with the dressing while the potatoes are still warm – this allows for better absorption of flavors. Keep in the fridge until chilled (make sure to give a stir a couple times). This resulted in what my sister called the best potato salad she’s ever had…

Potato Salad Recipes for Every Taste

• Hard boiled eggs are a popular addition to potato salad — great for adding extra protein and flavor. Like egg in your potato salad? Try TSG Potato Salad with Jalapeno Mustard. Serve as a side dish for brats or burgers.

• Who says potato salad has to be served chilled? Warm potato salad complements chicken, fish, or beef. TSG Roasted New Potato Salad with Garlic Parmesan Vinaigrette is delicious and a snap to make.

• Love garlic? Try this dressing for potatoes — warning — for garlic lovers only!
  • Mix ~1 cup mayo, 1/4 cup minced flat leaf parsley, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1/2 TBSP TSG Outrageously Garlic Seasoning Blend, 1/2 tsp salt, ground white pepper to taste, ~2 TBSP plain Greek yogurt. Add ~15 small red potatoes cooked and quartered ~ refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

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