Tailgate 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.

POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Put the potatoes and eggs into a big saucepan of cold salted water. Bring to a simmer. After 12 minutes remove the eggs with a slotted spoon and let cool. Continue cooking the potatoes until a paring knife poked into them goes in without resistance, about 3 minutes longer. Drain the potatoes in a colander and let them cool.
• Reserve some scallion greens and capers for garnish. Meanwhile, stir together the mayonnaise, mustard, pickles and their juice, onion, remaining scallions and capers, parsley, and lemon juice in a bowl large enough to hold the potatoes. Peel the cool eggs and grate them into the bowl. Stick a fork into the potatoes and lift them 1 at a time out of the colander. Break up the potatoes by hand into rough chunks, add them to the bowl and toss to coat with the dressing. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Drizzle with a little olive oil before serving.

CREAMY GRILLED POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Place the first five ingredients in a large bowl; toss to coat. , Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Grill potatoes, covered, over medium heat until tender, 25-30 minutes, turning once. Cool. Cut into quarters and place in a large bowl., In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Pour over potatoes; toss to coat. Serve immediately. Refrigerate leftovers.

YOU'RE-BACON-ME-CRAZY POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Place potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Add salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until potatoes are tender, 12-15 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels; reserve 4 tablespoons bacon drippings. Cook and stir onion in reserved drippings until browned, 6-8 minutes., Reserve 1/4 cup cooked bacon for topping. Add onion, drippings, celery and remaining bacon to potatoes., In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, mustard and seasonings. Pour over potato mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, until chilled, about 1 hour. Just before serving, sprinkle with reserved bacon.

TAILGATE POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Let oven preheat to 400°.
• Prick the sweet potatoes in several places, using a fork (do not peel).
• Bake for about 30 minutes or just until tender (cooking time will depend of the size of the potatoes).
• Let cool completely and cut into 1/4-inch cubes.
• In a saucepan (big enough to accomodate the potatoes without crowding), add yukon gold potatoes, water to cover, and 1 teaspoon salt per quart of water.
• Cover partially and bring to a boil; cook about 20-25 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when pierced.
• Drain the potatoes in a collander; return potatoes to the warm saucepan and toss them over low heat to dry them.
• When cool enough to handle, peel and cut into 1/4-inch cubes.
• Cook the butternut squash cubes in boiling water to cover for about 5 minutes or just until tender; drain well.
• To make the dressing (can be done while the potatoes are cooking): in a mixing bowl, add the sugar, dry mustard, and salt; stir to combine.
• Stir in the onion and 2 tablespoons cider vinegar; mix until smooth.
• Gradually beat in the oil and remaining vinegar.
• Add in the celery seed and blend well.
• In a large bowl, gently mix the Yukon Gold potatoes, sweet potatoes, squash, and parsley.
• Add the cranberries, onion, and walnuts; pour the dressing over all.
• Mix gently to coat.
• Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
• Bring to room temperature before serving.

CHEESY POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Place the potatoes into a pot, and fill with enough water to cover.
• Bring to a boil, and cook for about 10 minutes, or until easily pierced with a fork.
• Drain, and set aside to cool
• In a large bowl, mix together the sour cream, mayonnaise, sugar, half of the onions, and half of the cheese.
• Gently stir in the cooled potatoes.
• Top with remaining cheese and onions, and sprinkle bacon bits over the top.