Classic American Potato Salad Recipe

This Classic American Potato Salad recipe is a must-have for any summer barbecue or picnic. Creamy, tangy, and packed with flavor, this potato salad will be the star of the show. Made with a combination of boiled potatoes, crispy bacon, hard-boiled eggs, and a creamy dressing, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds red potatoes
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 green onions, chopped
• 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
• 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled

Directions

1. Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
2. Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, cut the potatoes into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, white vinegar, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
4. Pour the dressing over the potatoes in the mixing bowl. Add the chopped green onions, hard-boiled eggs, and crumbled bacon. Gently toss everything together until the potatoes are evenly coated with the dressing and all the ingredients are well distributed.
5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Once chilled, give the potato salad a final toss before serving. Garnish with additional chopped green onions and crumbled bacon, if desired.
7. Serve the potato salad cold and enjoy!

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