Welcome to the realm of delectable flavors, where we embark on a culinary journey to discover the tantalizing secrets of "Texas Potato Salad." Get ready to elevate your taste buds as we explore a symphony of textures and flavors that will leave you craving for more. This article will guide you through the art of crafting the perfect Texas Potato Salad, unlocking the secrets to creating a dish that will be the star of any gathering. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the delicate balance of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors, we will uncover the secrets behind this iconic dish. So, let's gather around the kitchen counter and embark on this delightful adventure together.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
TEXAS RANCH POTATO SALAD
This is not your usual mustard mayo potato salad. These potatoes are slathered in a rich ranch dressing and bacon pieces. My family and friends love this potato salad! It is requested at every cook-out.
Provided by 8BREAK
Categories Salad Potato Salad Recipes Red Potato Salad Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add whole potatoes, and cook until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain, run under cold water to cool, and chop into 1 inch cubes. Transfer to a large serving bowl, and refrigerate until completely chilled, about 2 hours.
- In a small bowl, stir together the ranch dressing mix, mayonnaise and green onion. Cover, and refrigerate for about 2 hours to blend flavors.
- Wrap bacon in paper towels and place on a plate. Cook in the microwave until crisp, about 15 minutes depending on the power of your microwave. Cool.
- Stir the mayonnaise mixture into the bowl of potatoes. Crumble bacon into the bowl, and stir to distribute. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.2 calories, Carbohydrate 24.8 g, Cholesterol 20.7 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 503.1 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
TEXAS COUNTRY POTATO SALAD
Make and share this Texas Country Potato Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Marie
Categories Potato
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook bacon until crispy, drain and crumble.
- Reserve a tablespoon of the bacon drippings.
- Place potatoes in a large saucepan, cover with cold water, add reserved bacon grease, some salt and cook until potatoes are tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
- Drain and let cool, then cut into bite size pieces.
- Mix together mayonnaise, mustard, salt and pepper for dressing in a separate bowl.
- Mix together potatoes, green onion and egg and toss with dressing.
- Add bacon and chill until serving time.
TEXAS MASHED POTATO SALAD
Steps:
- Place potatoes in microwave-safe bowl with 1 tablespoon water. Cover and cook on high setting for 8 minutes. Stir, re-cover and cook 10 to 12 minutes more. Drain and chill thoroughly in refrigerator.
- In a mixing bowl, combine potatoes and remaining ingredients. Mash with potato masher until combined and small pieces of potato are left. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Serve scooped with an ice cream scooper and garnish with a sprinkle of paprika.
TEXAS PETEANDREG; WARM BUFFALO POTATO SALAD
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Provided by Food Network
Yield 12 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Combine vinaigrette (or ranch) and hot sauce. Set aside. 2. Mix vegetable oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper in large bowl. Add potatoes; mix to coat potatoes with mixture. Transfer to sheet pan. 3. Bake potatoes at 375°F for 55 minutes or until tender. Cool slightly. 4. To make salad, toss potatoes, celery and onion with the hot sauce vinaigrette mixture. Top with bleu cheese crumbles.
TEXAS GERMAN POTATO SALAD
This is a deliciously rich German potato salad, easy and perfect for summer BBQs. It is definitely full-flavored with bacon, green onions, sour cream, olives and other yummy ingredients...Always a hit with all our family and friends!
Provided by RHONDA35
Categories Salad Potato Salad Recipes Red Potato Salad Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place the potatoes into a large pot and fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook until tender enough to pierce with a fork. Drain, cool enough to handle, and cut into cubes.
- Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and crisp. Remove from the pan with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Reserve bacon grease.
- In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, sour cream, mayonnaise, mustard, green onions, olives, eggs, Italian seasoning and ranch dressing. Crumble the bacon into the bowl and pour half of the reserved bacon grease over all. Stir gently until everything is evenly distributed. Garnish with a dash of paprika before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 379 calories, Carbohydrate 24.8 g, Cholesterol 174.2 mg, Fat 25.5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 833.6 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
TEXAS PETE® WARM BUFFALO POTATO SALAD
Make and share this Texas Pete® Warm Buffalo Potato Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Texas Petereg
Categories Potato
Time 1h5m
Yield 12 cups, 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine vinaigrette (or Ranch) and hot sauce. Set aside.
- Mix vegetable oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper in large bowl. Add potatoes; mix to coat potatoes with mixture. Transfer to sheet pan.
- Bake potatoes at 375°F for 55 minutes or until tender. Cool slightly.
- To make salad, toss potatoes, celery and onion with the hot sauce vinaigrette mixture. Top with bleu cheese crumbles.
TEXAS RANCH POTATO SALAD
Not your typical mustard & mayonnaise potato salad. These potatoes are slathered in a rich ranch dressing with bacon pieces to top it off. Tasty!
Provided by tiggityten
Categories Potato
Time 1h
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add whole potatoes, and cook until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain, run under cold water to cool, and chop into 1 inch cubes. Transfer to a large serving bowl, and refrigerate until completely chilled, about 2 hours.
- In a small bowl, stir together the ranch dressing mix, mayonnaise and green onion. Cover, and refrigerate for about 2 hours to blend flavors.
- Fry bacon until crunchy, drain fat & cool.
- Mix Eggs and Celery into the bowl of potatoes, then stir the mayonnaise mixture until well distributed. Crumble bacon into the bowl, and stir. Serve.
TEXAS POTATO SALAD
This recipe is from my sister-in-law. When my husband & I were married we had this salad as one of our dishes at our dinner and everyone raved about it.
Provided by winnipeggirl58
Categories Potato
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Boil potatoes until done but not mushy.
- Before potatoes are done add green beans to potato pot until blanched.
- Drain For Dressing combine all ingredients and let sit.
- The longer you let the ingredients for the dressing sit the better the taste.
- Just before serving combine dressing with warm potatoes and beans and serve.
TEXAS MUSTARD POTATO SALAD
This recipe is from TexasBarbeques.com.
Provided by Lynn Clay
Categories Potato Salads
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain, and roughly cut potatoes into chunks. Place in a large mixing bowl.
- 2. Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil; cover, remove from heat, and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, peel and chop.
- 3. In a mixing bowl, combine the potatoes, eggs, onion, celery, relish and bell pepper. Blend together the mustard, salad dressing, salt and pepper and add to salad and mix well. Sprinkle with paprika and refrigerate until chilled.
TEXAS HILL COUNTRY POTATO SALAD
I get asked all the time for this recipe. I think of Mom every time I make it.
Provided by Matthew Peterson
Categories Potatoes
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Wash potatoes, then halve and quarter, skin on. boil until they are almost soft. you want them to have texture.
- 2. Dice all of the bacon into 1/4 inch pieces. Fry crispy, set aside on a paper towel to cool.
- 3. Wash green onions and dice whole bunch into 1/4 inch pieces. Set aside.
- 4. When potatoes are done. Strain and remove half into a large mixing bowl. empty whole jar of mayo (Yes, all of it) into bowl with the bacon, mustard, green onion, and black pepper. Whip smooth. After you have done that fold in gently the rest of the potatoes to give a good texture. Chill and serve. You can garnish with bacon if desired.
Tips:
- Use a Variety of Potatoes: For a more flavorful and texturally interesting potato salad, try using a combination of different types of potatoes, such as Yukon Gold, red potatoes, and fingerling potatoes.
- Cook the Potatoes Properly: Boiling the potatoes until they are just tender but still hold their shape is key to a good potato salad. Overcooked potatoes will become mushy and fall apart.
- Use Real Mayonnaise: For the best flavor and texture, use real mayonnaise made with eggs, oil, and vinegar, rather than a low-fat or imitation mayonnaise.
- Add Some Crunch: To add some crunch and texture to the potato salad, try adding chopped celery, onion, or radishes. You can also add some chopped hard-boiled eggs.
- Season to Taste: Be sure to season the potato salad to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
- Chill Before Serving: For the best flavor, chill the potato salad for at least an hour before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
Conclusion:
Texas potato salad is a classic side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. With its creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet flavor, Texas potato salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make side dish, give Texas potato salad a try. You won't be disappointed!
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