Mama’s Old-Fashioned Potato Salad – Dee Dee’s

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Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare and Cook the Potatoes

1. Peel and Cube the Potatoes: Begin by peeling the potatoes and cutting them into 1-inch cubes.
2. Boil the Potatoes: Place the cubed potatoes in a large 5-quart pot and cover with water. Add a pinch of salt to the water for extra flavor.
3. Cook Until Tender: Boil the potatoes over medium-high heat for about 7-8 minutes. Check for doneness around 5-6 minutes by inserting a fork; the potatoes should be tender but not mushy.
4. Drain and Cool: Once done, drain the potatoes and rinse them with cold water to stop the cooking process. Allow them to drain thoroughly and cool completely.

Step 2: Prepare the Salad Ingredients

1. Chop the Onion and Eggs: While the potatoes are cooling, finely chop the onion and hard-boiled eggs. Place them together in a small bowl and set aside.

Step 3: Make the Dressing

1. Combine Dressing Ingredients: In a separate mixing bowl, combine the sweet and dill pickle cubes (or relish), diced celery (if using), salt, pepper, mayonnaise, and mustard. Adjust the salt and pepper to taste.

Step 4: Mix the Potato Salad

1. Combine Potatoes with Onion and Eggs: Once the potatoes are completely cool, place them in a large mixing bowl. Gently fold in the chopped onion and eggs.
2. Add the Dressing: Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the potatoes and gently fold until well combined. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the potatoes too mushy.