Best 8 Moms Classic Creamy Potato Salad Recipes

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Welcome to the ultimate guide to creating a creamy potato salad that will transport you back to your childhood. This classic dish is a staple at potlucks, backyard barbecues, and family gatherings, and for good reason. With its creamy texture, tender-crisp potatoes, and tangy-sweet dressing, it's a crowd-pleaser that brings back memories of mom's cooking. In this article, we'll share the secrets to making the best creamy potato salad, from choosing the right potatoes to selecting the perfect ingredients and preparing it with love and care. So, grab your mixing bowl and apron, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create a dish that will leave your taste buds dancing and your heart full.

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

CLASSIC POTATO SALAD



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Mom's Classic Potato Salad is an old family favorite, and a summer cooking side dish staple. Creamy, mix-in FREE, and just right!

Provided by Iowa Girl Eats

Categories     appetizer, holiday, salad, side dish

Yield serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2-1/2lbs medium-sized potatoes (about 4-5 potatoes - make sure all are same size)
4 large eggs
1/2 - 3/4 cup light mayonnaise
dash salt
1/4 cup canola or vegetable oil
1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 Tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon sugar
scant 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
dash of paprika

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a very large pot of cold water then bring to a boil. Boil for 20-30 minutes or until a knife can be easily inserted into the centers.
  • Meanwhile, place eggs in a saucepan then cover with cold water 1" above the tops. Bring to a boil, place a lid on top, and then remove from heat and let sit for 12 minutes. Drain then plunge into ice water or run under cold water for a few minutes. Peel eggs then chop and place into the refrigerator.
  • Mix dressing ingredients together in a small bowl then set aside.
  • When potatoes are tender, remove to a colander with tongs. When cool enough to handle, but still warm, use a paring knife to help peel potatoes then chop into large pieces and place in a large bowl. Drizzle 3/4 of the dressing over the warm potatoes then toss to combine. Cover then refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight.
  • When ready to serve, add remaining dressing, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, chopped hard boiled eggs, and salt to potatoes then mix to combine, adding more mayonnaise to reach desired consistency.

MOM'S CLASSIC POTATO SALAD RECIPE



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Mom's classic potato salad is perfect for summer BBQ's! It's creamy, tangy and absolutely delicious!

Provided by Life Made Simple Team

Categories     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 medium size Yukons or 3 large Russet potatoes (about 3 lbs. total) ( cut into large chunks)
3 Tbsp red or white vinegar
2 stalks celery (diced)
1/4 yellow onion (finely diced)
4-5 hard boiled eggs (peeled and chopped)
1/4 cup sweet pickles (finely diced (optional))
1 -1 1/2 cup mayonnaise ((depending on how cream you like it))
1 tsp bon appetit seasoning
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 tsp paprika

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Place the potatoes in the pot and cover. Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender. Drain and rinse under cold water until the potatoes are cool. Cut the potatoes into ½" chunks, peeling the skin off as you go (although if you like, you can keep the skin on).
  • Place the potatoes in a large bowl. Pour in the vinegar, then add in the celery, onion, boiled egg, pickles (if desired), mayo, and seasonings. Using a spatula, stir the mixture until evenly coated. Cover and place in the refrigerator to chill, for about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Sodium 449 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MOM'S CLASSIC (CREAMY) POTATO SALAD



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This is the Potato Salad I had grown up with...nothing compares to it. So after getting frustrated at my mom's lack of measuring, I was finally able to get the right measurements for my Mom's Classic (Creamy) Potato Salad.

Provided by mgaspervich

Categories     Low Protein

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 Cups, 12-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 -8 russet potatoes (with Skins)
6 eggs, hard boiled
1 large onion, diced
6 tablespoons white vinegar
6 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2-3 teaspoons yellow mustard, prepared
2 cups Miracle Whip
1/2-1 teaspoon paprika (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Boil potatoes in salted water until fork tender (about 10 - 20 minutes).
  • Remove from water and let cool on the counter.
  • Hard boil the eggs.
  • Place potatoes (with skins) and hard boil eggs in the refrigerator overnight.
  • Peel and dice the potatoes and place in a bowl.
  • Peel and dice the eggs and place in the bowl with potatoes. (Note: Reserve 7 egg slices to decorate the top of potato salad.).
  • Dice onion and add to the potato and egg mixture.
  • In another bowl, mix vinegar, sugar, yellow mustard, and Miracle Whip until smooth.
  • Pour on top of potatoes, egg, and onion and gently mix until thoroughly combined.
  • Smooth out the top and sprinkle with paprika and arrange 7 egg slices on the top.
  • Refrigerate at least 3 hours to let the flavors meld.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.9, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 104.1, Sodium 400.3, Carbohydrate 32.5, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 12, Protein 5.7

MY MOM'S GOOD OLD POTATO SALAD



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I have enjoyed this recipe for years, and now so do my children. The secret to this recipe is the sweet pickles. You can also trade the mayo for salad dressing.

Provided by Andrea Parker

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Dairy-Free Potato Salad Recipes

Time 2h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 pounds potatoes, peeled and chopped
10 eggs
1 large onion, chopped
1 (24 ounce) jar sweet pickles, drained and chopped
2 cups mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a large pan of water and boil over medium-low heat until tender, about 12 minutes. Drain the potatoes, and place in the refrigerator to cool.
  • Place the eggs in a saucepan of cold water over medium heat, and bring to a full boil. Turn off the heat, cover the pan, and allow the eggs to sit in the hot water for about 15 minutes. Cool the eggs thoroughly under cold running water and shell them. Chop the cooled eggs and place them in a large salad bowl.
  • Stir the onion, sweet pickles, and mayonnaise into the eggs, and let the mixture chill in the refrigerator at least l/2 hour to blend the flavors. Mix in the chilled chopped potatoes, and refrigerate for at least 1/2 hour. Serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 787.7 calories, Carbohydrate 71.5 g, Cholesterol 253.4 mg, Fat 50.5 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 14.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 806.4 mg, Sugar 19.6 g

POTATO SALAD (MY MOM'S--THE BEST!)



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The best creamy and light potato salad you ever had, thanks to my Mom! An easy, simple classic that is requested for every outdoor gathering (with NO leftovers!)

Provided by Chef AnitaM

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 -8 russet potatoes
3 hard-boiled eggs
3 -4 green onions, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
2 -3 stalks celery, chopped
1/2 cup light mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/8 teaspoon cajun spices or 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
fresh ground pepper, to taste
paprika, for garnish

Steps:

  • Peel and boil potatoes in large chunks or thick half moon slices, soaking in ice cold slightly-salted water to chill and keep white.
  • Add chopped vegetables, including all green onion parts.
  • Gently fold in mayo and sour cream to coat evenly.
  • Slice and gently fold in hard-boiled eggs.
  • Add salt and pepper last to taste, and paprika on top.

GRANDMA'S CREAMY POTATO SALAD



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This potato salad is just like Grandma's.

Provided by Frank David

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Red Potato Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ pounds red potatoes, peeled
1 ½ cups mayonnaise
1 cup chopped celery
½ cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
1 teaspoon paprika, or to taste

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 let cool enough to handle, 10 to 15 minutes. Cut into cubes.
  • Mix mayonnaise, celery, onion, vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl. Add potatoes and mix to combine. Stir in eggs and sprinkle with paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 538.1 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 162.2 mg, Fat 47.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 794.6 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

MAMA'S POTATO SALAD



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This old-fashioned potato salad recipe doesn't have many ingredients, so it isn't as colorful as many that you find nowadays. But Mama made it the way her mother did, and that's the way I still make it today. Try it and see if it isn't one of the best-tasting potato salads you have ever eaten! -Sandra Anderson, New York, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 to 3-1/2 pounds potatoes (about 10 medium)
6 hard-boiled large eggs
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup evaporated milk
3 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Additional hard-boiled large eggs, sliced
Paprika

Steps:

  • In a large kettle, cook potatoes in boiling salted water until tender. Drain and cool. Peel potatoes; cut into chunks. Separate egg yolks from whites. Set yolks aside. Chop whites and add to potatoes with onion., In a small bowl, mash yolks. Stir in mayonnaise, milk, vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt and pepper. Pour over potatoes; toss well. Adjust seasonings if necessary. Spoon into a serving bowl. Garnish with egg slices and paprika. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 113mg cholesterol, Sodium 323mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

MOM'S SUPER STUPENDOUS POTATO SALAD



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In college, my best friend and I debated whose mom made the best potato salad. Turns out they were almost identical! Even though I've since tweaked our recipe, it still takes me home again. -Ellie Martin Cliffe, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 garlic clove, peeled
3 pounds small red potatoes, quartered
2 tablespoons cider vinegar, divided
1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
6 hard-boiled large eggs, divided use
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon paprika, plus extra for garnish, optional
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 medium sweet onion, finely chopped
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Skewer garlic with a toothpick (to make it easy to find after cooking). Place potatoes, 1 tablespoon vinegar, 1 teaspoon salt and skewered garlic in a Dutch oven; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until tender, 10-12 minutes. Drain potatoes, reserving garlic; remove skewer and crush garlic., Meanwhile, chop 5 eggs. Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, paprika, pepper, garlic and remaining vinegar and salt. Stir in potatoes, chopped eggs, onion and celery. Refrigerate 4 hours or until cold., Just before serving, slice remaining egg. Top salad with egg; sprinkle with parsley and, if desired, additional paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 19g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 472mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use Yukon Gold or red potatoes.
  • Boil the potatoes until they are tender but still firm, about 12-15 minutes.
  • Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly before slicing them.
  • Use a sharp knife to slice the potatoes evenly.
  • In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, celery, onion, and hard-boiled eggs.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the potato mixture and stir until well combined.
  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate the potato salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Garnish the potato salad with fresh parsley or chives before serving.

Conclusion:

This classic creamy potato salad is a staple at potlucks and picnics for a reason. It's simple to make, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is both creamy and tangy, with a hint of sweetness. Whether you're serving it as a side dish or as a main course, this potato salad is sure to be a hit.

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