Classic Southern Potato Salad – Creamy, Tangy & Timeless

August 9, 2025 by admin

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## Instructions

### 1. Cook the potatoes

Place cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold, salted water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10–12 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain and let cool slightly.

### 2. Make the dressing

In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, mustard, relish, vinegar, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.

### 3. Combine and fold

Add cooled potatoes, chopped eggs, celery, and onion to the dressing. Gently fold everything together until well coated — don’t mash, you want chunks!

### 4. Chill and serve

Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to let the flavors marry. Before serving, sprinkle with a little extra paprika for that Southern touch.

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## Tips for the Best Potato Salad

* **Don’t overcook the potatoes.** You want them soft, but still holding their shape.
* **Use warm potatoes** when mixing — they absorb more flavor from the dressing.
* **Add a pinch of sugar** if you like your potato salad slightly sweet (a Southern secret!).
* **Customize it.** Love bacon? Add some crumbled on top. Prefer dill? Use dill pickles and fresh dill for a twist.

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## Final Thoughts

This **Classic Southern Potato Salad** isn’t just a side dish — it’s a symbol of hospitality, tradition, and the flavors that bring people together. Whether you’re making it for a backyard cookout, a family reunion, or just because, it never goes out of style.

So grab your favorite serving bowl, make it ahead, and get ready for the compliments — because there’s nothing quite like a Southern-style scoop of comfort.

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Want a version with no eggs or a mustard-free twist? Just let me know — I’ve got options!