Crowd Pleasing Potato Salad Food

POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Place the potatoes and 2 tablespoons of salt in a large pot of water. Bring the water to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, until the potatoes are barely tender when pierced with a knife. Drain the potatoes in a colander, then place the colander with the potatoes over the empty pot and cover with a clean, dry kitchen towel. Allow the potatoes to steam for 15 to 20 minutes.
• Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, buttermilk, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, dill, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Set aside.
• When the potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut them in quarters or in half, depending on their size. Place the cut potatoes in a large bowl. While the potatoes are still warm, pour enough dressing over them to moisten. Add the celery and red onion, 2 teaspoons of salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Toss well, cover, and refrigerate for a few hours to allow the flavors to blend. Serve cold or at room temperature.

CONTEST-WINNING OLD-FASHIONED POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Cook for 20-25 minutes or until tender; drain. Place in a large bowl; add eggs, celery and onions. , In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over potato mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

POTATO SALAD FOR A CROWD

Steps:

• Peel and dice the potatoes.
• Boil in salted water until just tender, about 30 minutes.
• Meanwhile, cook eggs until done and cool immediately.
• Drain olives and pickles and chop finely.
• Chop onion.
• When potatoes are done, drain and cool quickly.
• Using a wire whisk, prepare dressing by combining mayo, sour cream, buttermilk, salts, and pepper.
• Peel the cooled eggs.
• Save the best looking 4-5 to slice for garnish, chop the rest and add to cooled potatoes.
• Add chopped olives, pickles, and onion to potatoes.
• Stir well.
• Add dressing and stir to coat evenly.
• Carefully slice eggs for garnish and arrange on top of salad.
• Sprinkle with paprika.
• Cover and chill through prior to serving.