Best 5 Carols Potato Salad For A Crowd Recipes

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Are you planning a potluck, family reunion, or summer barbecue and need a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that will feed a crowd? Look no further than the classic carols potato salad. This timeless dish is a staple at gatherings, combining tender potatoes, crisp vegetables, a creamy dressing, and a hint of tangy sweetness. With endless variations and customizable ingredients, carols potato salad is a versatile dish that can please even the most discerning palates. Whether you prefer a classic mayonnaise-based dressing, a lighter yogurt-based version, or something in between, this guide will provide you with the best recipe to create a flavorful and crowd-pleasing carols potato salad for your next event.

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POTATO SALAD FOR 40



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Moist, eggy, chunky, and...no pickles!

Provided by Allrecipes Cook

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Dairy-Free Potato Salad Recipes

Time 8h50m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 7

10 pounds potatoes
24 eggs
4 cups mayonnaise
1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard
4 teaspoons salt, or to taste
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
2 cups finely chopped green onions

Steps:

  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and cool potatoes, then peel and dice. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, remove from heat, and let eggs stand in hot water for 15 minutes. Remove eggs from hot water, cool under cold running water. Peel and chop eggs. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Combine potatoes, eggs, and green onions in a large bowl or roasting pan. Stir mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and black pepper in a bowl; pour mixture over potatoes and gently toss to combine. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.2 g, Cholesterol 106.6 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 406.5 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

HOMEMADE POTATO SALAD FOR A CROWD



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This 5 ingredient potato salad is both easy and delicious. It includes party proportions so you can easily make this potato salad for your family or make potato salad for 50 or more!

Provided by Kristen @ Joyfully Thriving

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 24

6 medium potatoes
5 hard boiled eggs
1 ½ cup celery, diced
½ cup onion, diced
1 1/3 cup mayonnaise
Salt and pepper to taste
5 pounds potatoes
1 dozen hard boiled eggs
3 cups celery, diced
3/4 cup onion, diced
2 1/2 cups mayonnaise
Salt and pepper to taste
10 pounds potatoes
2 dozen hard boiled eggs
1 bunch celery, diced
1 cup onion, diced
1 quart (4 cups) mayonnaise
Salt and pepper to taste
15 pounds potatoes
3 dozen hard boiled eggs
1 ½ bunches celery, diced
2 large onions, diced
1 ½ quart mayonnaise
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Peel, cube and boil potatoes in salted water until tender. Test by poking with a fork. Drain potatoes when done cooking.
  • While potatoes are boiling, dice onions and celery.
  • Peel and chop hard boiled eggs.
  • Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl while the potatoes are still hot.
  • Stir in mayonnaise. Add more or less mayonnaise to taste. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cool potato salad in the fridge until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 scoop, around 1/2 cup, Calories 94 calories, Sugar 1.5g, Sodium 16mg, Fat 5g, SaturatedFat 0.9g, Carbohydrate 10.4g, Fiber 1.2g, Protein 2.3g, Cholesterol 42mg

POTATO SALAD FOR A CROWD



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I make this for family reunions, weddings, graduations, and so on. Everyone asks for the recipe! It's a colorful salad that everyone likes.

Provided by Rumdrinker25

Categories     Potato

Time 1h

Yield 15 pounds of salad, 30-50 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

10 lbs red potatoes
1 dozen egg
1 (16 ounce) jar olives
1 (16 ounce) jar kosher dill pickles
2 medium onions
2 cups mayonnaise (NOT salad dressing)
1 cup sour cream
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon onion salt
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
paprika

Steps:

  • Peel and dice the potatoes.
  • Boil in salted water until just tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook eggs until done and cool immediately.
  • Drain olives and pickles and chop finely.
  • Chop onion.
  • When potatoes are done, drain and cool quickly.
  • Using a wire whisk, prepare dressing by combining mayo, sour cream, buttermilk, salts, and pepper.
  • Peel the cooled eggs.
  • Save the best looking 4-5 to slice for garnish, chop the rest and add to cooled potatoes.
  • Add chopped olives, pickles, and onion to potatoes.
  • Stir well.
  • Add dressing and stir to coat evenly.
  • Carefully slice eggs for garnish and arrange on top of salad.
  • Sprinkle with paprika.
  • Cover and chill through prior to serving.

GERMAN POTATO SALAD FOR A CROWD



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A dear German friend gave me this recipe. I take this satisfying potato salad to gatherings all year-round. The seasonings give a traditional potato salad enticing flavor.-Donna Cline, Pensacola, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 medium potatoes
12 bacon strips
1-1/2 cups chopped onion
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon ground mustard
Pinch pepper
1-1/2 cups water
3/4 cup white vinegar
Chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain. Peel and slice into a large bowl; set aside. , In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. , Saute onion in drippings until tender. Stir in the next six ingredients. Gradually stir in water and vinegar; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir 2 minutes more or until thickened. Pour over potatoes; toss to coat. Crumble bacon and gently stir into potatoes. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 652mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CRUNCHY POTATO SALAD FOR A CROWD



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Found this gem in my TOH cooking school cookbook. I will probably take this to the next church eatin' meetin' we have, whenever that is. It is easy and is different from my normal recipe. If it goes over well at church, it's a keeper for sure! Cook time is chill time.

Provided by Redneck Epicurean

Categories     Potato

Time 3h15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

9 cups potatoes, cubed
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of celery soup, undiluted
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 large celery ribs, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
2 hardboiled egg, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes in boiling water until tender. Drain well.
  • In a large bowl, mix soup, mayo, vinegar, and pepper.
  • Toss in vegetables and eggs, stirring to coat well.
  • Cover and refrigerate 3 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 45.2, Sodium 386.1, Carbohydrate 31.1, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 3.2, Protein 4.6

Tips:

  • Use a variety of potatoes: For the best flavor and texture, use a combination of waxy and starchy potatoes. Waxy potatoes, such as Red Bliss or New Potatoes, will hold their shape well, while starchy potatoes, such as Russet or Yukon Gold, will break down and create a creamy sauce.
  • Cook the potatoes until they are tender but not mushy: You want the potatoes to be cooked through but still have a little bit of bite to them. The best way to check if the potatoes are done is to insert a fork into them. If the fork goes through easily, the potatoes are done.
  • Let the potatoes cool slightly before adding the other ingredients: This will help to prevent the potato salad from becoming too watery.
  • Use a light hand when mixing the potato salad: You don't want to mash the potatoes, just gently combine them with the other ingredients.
  • Season the potato salad to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add additional ingredients, such as chopped celery, onion, or hard-boiled eggs.
  • Chill the potato salad before serving: This will help to develop the flavors and make the salad more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Potato salad is a classic summer side dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and barbecues. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make the best potato salad that will be a hit at your next gathering.

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