Best 4 Cheesy Potato Salad Recipes

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If you are looking for a delicious and comforting side dish to accompany your next meal, cheesy potato salad is an excellent choice. This classic recipe is a perfect blend of creamy, cheesy goodness and tangy flavors. With its combination of tender potatoes, crispy bacon, creamy mayonnaise, and loads of shredded cheese, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. Whether you are serving it at a summer cookout, a potluck, or a family gathering, this cheesy potato salad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HOT AND CHEESY POTATO SALAD



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This is a yummy potato salad. I found this in a community cookbook and gave it a try. I'm always looking for new potato salad recipes to try to make.

Provided by southern chef in lo

Categories     Pork

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 large potatoes, skins left on and cubed
3/4 lb Velveeta cheese
1/2 cup onion, diced
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 lb diced bacon, partly cooked
1/2 cup stuffed olives, sliced
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes with their skins on just until fork tender but still firm.
  • Combine potatoes, cheese, onions, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper.
  • Put in a 9 x 13-inch baking dish top with bacon and olives and.
  • Bake for 1 hour at 325°F.

CHEESY POTATO SALAD



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I love the baked-potato salad from the deli at the grocery store, but at $5 a pound it is a little crazy!! This sounds very similar; I would love to be able to make it myself...

Provided by AZPARZYCH

Categories     Pork

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/2 lbs red potatoes, cubed (skins on)
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup white sugar
1/2 bunch green onion, chopped
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon bacon bits

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes into a pot, and fill with enough water to cover.
  • Bring to a boil, and cook for about 10 minutes, or until easily pierced with a fork.
  • Drain, and set aside to cool
  • In a large bowl, mix together the sour cream, mayonnaise, sugar, half of the onions, and half of the cheese.
  • Gently stir in the cooled potatoes.
  • Top with remaining cheese and onions, and sprinkle bacon bits over the top.

FULLY-LOADED CHEESY POTATO SOUP WITH GINA'S SPINACH SALAD 2



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Provided by Food Network

Yield Makes: 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 37

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
1 rib celery, finely chopped
1 onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 cups chicken stock, plus more if needed
1 cup whole milk
One 12-ounce bottle light-bodied beer
2 large russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
2 cups grated extra-sharp Cheddar (about 8 ounces)
Dash hot sauce
Dash Worcestershire sauce
Sour cream, for topping
4 slices bacon, cooked crisp, for topping
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, for topping
Gina's Spinach Salad with Spiced Pecans, for serving, recipe follows
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon ancho chile powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Freshly cracked black pepper
1 cup pecan halves
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 small shallot, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
Pinch sugar
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
One 10-ounce package prewashed baby spinach
4 slices bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces, fried crisp
4 ounces crumbled blue cheese
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
Active Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic, carrots, celery and onions, and cook until the vegetables begin to soften, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle the flour into the saucepan to toast the flour, stirring constantly, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Gradually whisk in the stock, and then the milk and beer. Stir in the potatoes and bring the soup to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer the soup until the potatoes are tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat and, using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Return the soup to low heat. Add 1 cup of the Cheddar, a handful at a time, stirring until melted and smooth after each addition. Add additional chicken stock if necessary to adjust the consistency. Sprinkle with hot sauce, Worcestershire, salt and pepper. Divide the soup among bowls and top with the remaining Cheddar, sour cream, bacon and chives. Serve with Gina's Spinach Salad with Spiced Pecans.
  • Gina's Spinach Salad
  • Spiced Pecans:
  • Spinach Salad:
  • For the pecans: Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Stir in all the spices and the pecans. Stir and toast the pecans for about 5 minutes. Transfer them to a plate to cool.
  • For the salad: Whisk together the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard and shallots in a small bowl. Drizzle in the olive oil in a continuous stream, whisking to emulsify. Season with a pinch of sugar, salt and pepper.
  • Add the spinach to a large serving bowl. Toss the greens with the prepared dressing, the bacon, blue cheese, cherry tomatoes and spiced pecans.

CHEESY POTATO SALAD



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This is a different type of potato salad, made with Cheddar cheese, bacon, green onions and sour cream, It's not your grandma's potato salad!

Provided by KENNEDY5976

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Red Potato Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 ½ pounds red potatoes, cubed
1 cup sour cream
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup white sugar
½ bunch green onions, chopped
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon real bacon bits

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes into a pot, and fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook for about 10 minutes, or until easily pierced with a fork. Drain, and set aside to cool.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the sour cream, mayonnaise, sugar, half of the onions, and half of the cheese. Gently stir in the cooled potatoes. Top with remaining cheese and onions, and sprinkle bacon bits over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 496.9 calories, Carbohydrate 46.5 g, Cholesterol 48.8 mg, Fat 30.7 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 11.1 g, SaturatedFat 12.2 g, Sodium 313.7 mg, Sugar 10.8 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of potatoes: Different types of potatoes have different textures and flavors, so using a mix will give your salad a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Cook the potatoes correctly: Overcooked potatoes will be mushy, so be careful not to overcook them. The best way to tell if potatoes are done is to pierce them with a fork; they should be tender but still slightly firm.
  • Use a good quality mayonnaise: Mayonnaise is the base of potato salad, so it's important to use a good quality mayonnaise. Look for a mayonnaise that is made with real eggs and oil.
  • Add-ins: Feel free to get creative with your potato salad and add in your favorite ingredients. Some popular add-ins include chopped celery, onion, hard-boiled eggs, bacon, and cheese.
  • Chill the salad before serving: Potato salad is best served chilled, so be sure to chill it for at least an hour before serving.

Conclusion:

Cheesy Potato Salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It's perfect for potlucks, picnics, and BBQs. With so many different variations, there's sure to be a Cheesy Potato Salad recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dish to make, give Cheesy Potato Salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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