Classic Potato Salad

From Better Homes and Garden

Ingredients:

2 pounds potatoes (6 medium)

1/4 teaspoon salt

1-1/4 cups mayonnaise or salad dressing

1 tablespoon yellowmustard

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1 cup thinly sliced celery (2 stalks)

1/3 cup chopped onion (1 small)

1/2 cup chopped sweet or dill pickles or sweet or dill pickle relish

6 Hard-Cooked Eggs, coarsely chopped (page 228)

Lettuce leaves (optional)

Paprika (optional)

 
Directions:

1. In a medium saucepan place potatoes, the 1/4 teaspoon salt, and enough water to cover. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 20 to 25 minutes or until just tender. Drain well; cool slightly. Peel and cube the potatoes.

2.. Meanwhile, for dressing, in a large bowl combine mayonnaise, mustard, the 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the pepper.

3. Stir in the celery, onion, and pickles. Add the potatoes and eggs. Toss lightly to coat. Cover and chill for 6 to 24 hours.

4. To serve, if desired, line a salad bowl with lettuce leaves. Transfer the potato salad to the bowl. If desired, sprinkle with paprika.

5. Makes 12 side-dish servings


Nutrition Facts:

Calories277 Total Fat (g)21 Saturated Fat (g)4, Monounsaturated Fat (g)6, Polyunsaturated Fat (g)10, Cholesterol (mg)120, Sodium (mg)337, Carbohydrate (g)18, Total Sugar (g)1, Fiber (g)2, Protein (g)5, Vitamin A (DV%)0, Vitamin C (DV%)17, Calcium (DV%)3, Iron (DV%)4, Starch (d.e.)1, Fat (d.e.)4, Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet