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American Potato Salad I

Serves 7 $0.80 est. / serving

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Estimated ingredient cost$5.63For the whole recipe · ingredients used
American Potato Salad I
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YOUR TIME IN THE KITCHEN

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  1. 01

    Peel and cut potatoes into 3/4 inch cubes.

  2. 02

    Cover potatoes with an inch of water in a large saucepan and bring to a boil.

  3. 03

    Add 1 tablespoon salt to boiling water and reduce heat to medium.

  4. 04

    Simmer about 8 minutes, stirring gently once or twice, until potatoes are tender. Taste a piece—don't overcook.

  5. 05

    Drain potatoes and place in a large bowl.

  6. 06

    Toss potatoes gently with vinegar using a rubber spatula.

  7. 07

    Cool potatoes. They must be no more than barely warm to mix.

  8. 08

    Chop celery fine.

  9. 09

    Stir together celery, celery seeds, mayonnaise, dry mustard, onion, parsley, pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.

  10. 10

    Gently fold together dressing mix and potatoes.

  11. 11

    Cover and refrigerate at least an hour, until thoroughly chilled.

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Classic Red Potato Salad — Foodista

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