Provencal 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.

PROVENCAL SALAD

Steps:

• Make dressing:
• Whisk together vinegar, mustard, garlic, sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4teaspoon pepper, then add oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified.
• Make salad:
• Cook beans in a pot of boiling salted water (2 tablespoons salt for 6 quarts water), uncovered, until tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Immediately transfer with a slotted spoon to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking. Drain beans and pat dry.
• Add potatoes to boiling water and simmer, uncovered, until tender, about 20 minutes, then drain. Halve potatoes while still warm.
• Gently flake tuna and toss with 1 tablespoon dressing.
• Toss potatoes and beans with tomatoes, olives, capers, parsley, and remaining dressing in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper and top with tuna and eggs.

FRENCH POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Drop the white and red potatoes into a large pot of boiling salted water and cook for 20 to 30 minutes, until they are just cooked through. Drain in a colander and place a towel over the potatoes to allow them to steam for 10 more minutes. As soon as you can handle them, cut in 1/2 (quarters if the potatoes are larger) and place in a medium bowl. Toss gently with the wine and chicken stock. Allow the liquids to soak into the warm potatoes before proceeding.
• Combine the vinegar, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and slowly whisk in the olive oil to make an emulsion. Add the vinaigrette to the potatoes. Add the scallions, dill, parsley, basil, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and toss. Serve warm or at room temperature.

BEST CLASSIC POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Cut potatoes into 1 1/2-inch pieces. Place in a large pot and add water to cover by 2 inches. Add 3 teaspoons salt and eggs; bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
• Reduce heat and simmer 9 minutes. Remove eggs to an ice bath. Drain potatoes when fork-tender; they may need another minute or so.
• Peel and chop eggs and set aside.
• Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, onions, celery, dill, pickles, juice and pepper in a large bowl; stir to combine. Stir in potatoes and eggs until well blended, mashing potatoes very slightly. Check for seasoning and add up to 1 teaspoon salt if desired.
• Transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle with paprika, and garnish with olives. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.

FRENCH POTATO SALAD WITH HERBES DE PROVENCE

Steps:

• In a large pot use about 6 cups of cold water, the potatoes and all the salt to bring to a boil and reduce heat to medium.
• Place the garlic clove on a skewer and lower into the boiling water for 45 seconds to blanch. Remove it and run under cold water to stop the cooking. Set aside.
• Keep the potatos cooking for about 5 minutes until tender. Drain and reserve 1/4 cup of the potato water.
• Arrange the hot potatoes on a large cookie sheet and spread them out a little. Sprinkle the green onions over the top.
• Press the garlic through a press and wisk it into the oil, vinegar, cooking water, herbs, mustard and black pepper. Stir till well combined.
• Pour the dressing over the potatoes and let it sit for 10 minutes.
• Mix gently to combine, transfer to a bowl and serve immediately.

PROVENCE STYLE ROASTED POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Toss potatoes in oil with herbs and salt and pepper to taste.
• Arrange potatoes, cut side down, in a single layer on a cookie sheet.
• Place pan on lowest rack of cold oven then heat oven to 450°F.
• Roast until cut side is golden brown and potatoes are tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
• Place potatoes in a large bowl and add olives, onion and parsley.
• Whisk vinegar, mayonnaise, garlic, a big pinch of salt and a couple of grinds of pepper in a 1-cup glass measuring cup.
• Gradually whisk in oil, first in droplets, then in a slow, steady stream.
• Pour dressing over warm potato mixture and toss to coat.
• Serve at room temperature for best flavor.