Mama's Old-Fashioned Potato Salad – Dee Dee's Famous Recipe! ๐Ÿฅ”๐Ÿ’›


 

This isn’t just potato salad—it’s a taste of nostalgia! Creamy, tangy, and packed with perfectly tender potatoes, crunchy veggies, and a secret dressing that makes it unforgettable. Just like Mama (or Dee Dee!) used to make.

Perfect for picnics, BBQs, or Sunday dinners, this classic recipe is simple, hearty, and always the first dish to disappear from the table.


Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ Creamy, tangy, perfectly balanced – The ultimate old-school potato salad
✅ No fancy ingredients – Just real, homestyle goodness
✅ Better the next day – Flavors meld beautifully overnight
✅ Feeds a crowd – Doubles (or triples!) easily


Ingredients You’ll Need

(Serves 8-10)

For the Salad:

  • 3 lbs (1.4 kg) russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled & cubed

  • 4 large eggs, hard-boiled & chopped

  • 1 cup (150g) celery, finely diced

  • ½ cup (75g) red onion, finely diced

  • ¼ cup (15g) fresh parsley, chopped

For the Dressing:

  • 1 cup (240g) mayonnaise (Duke’s or Hellmann’s recommended)

  • 2 tbsp yellow mustard

  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

  • 1 tbsp sweet pickle relish (or diced dill pickles)

  • 1 tsp sugar

  • 1 tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • ½ tsp paprika (+ extra for garnish)

(Optional: ½ tsp celery seed for extra crunch!)



Step-by-Step Instructions




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