Name: Classic American Potato Salad Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 2 pounds red potatoes, diced; 1 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons mustard; 1/2 cup chopped celery; 1/4 cup chopped red onion; 3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped; 1 tablespoon white vinegar; Salt and pepper to taste

Classic American Potato Salad Recipe

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This classic American potato salad recipe is the perfect side dish for any summer barbecue or picnic. Made with creamy mayo, tangy mustard, crunchy celery, and hard-boiled eggs, this potato salad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

2 pounds red potatoes, diced
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons mustard
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped red onion
3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1 tablespoon white vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Boil the diced potatoes in a pot of salted water until tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and let cool.
In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, mustard, celery, red onion, hard-boiled eggs, and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
Add the cooled potatoes to the bowl and gently toss to coat them in the dressing.
Cover and refrigerate the potato salad for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Stir the potato salad before serving and adjust seasoning if needed. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

Potato salad is a popular dish in American cuisine, especially during the summer months.

Potato salad is believed to have originated in Germany before making its way to America.

Different regions of the United States have their own variations of potato salad, with some including ingredients like bacon, pickles, or olives.