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Rudy's Country Store Potato Salad

Rudy's Country Store Potato Salad

A classic, creamy, slightly tangy potato salad perfected over generations, featuring firm potatoes, crisp celery, and a rich homemade dressing.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Picnic Food, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Deli Style
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 lbs Yukon Gold Potatoes Waxy potatoes work best; scrubbed and quartered
  • 4 large Eggs hard-boiled and chopped
  • 1 cup Celery finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion very finely minced
  • 2 Tbsp Fresh Dill chopped
  • 1/2 tsp Celery Seed
For the Dressing
  • 1 1/2 cups Mayonnaise Full fat recommended
  • 1/4 cup Yellow Mustard
  • 3 Tbsp Sweet Pickle Relish
  • 2 Tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Place the quartered potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold, salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until fork-tender but not mushy. Drain immediately and let cool slightly.
  2. While potatoes are cooking, prepare the hard-boiled eggs. Peel and coarsely chop them once cool enough to handle. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all the dressing ingredients: mayonnaise, yellow mustard, sweet pickle relish, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until completely smooth and well combined.
  4. Gently fold the warm potatoes into the dressing. The warmth helps the potatoes absorb the flavor. Add the chopped celery, red onion, chopped eggs, fresh dill, and celery seed. Mix very gently to avoid breaking up the potatoes entirely.
  5. Taste the salad and adjust seasonings (more salt, pepper, or vinegar if needed for tanginess). Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap.
  6. Refrigerate the potato salad for a minimum of 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to fully meld and develop. Serve chilled.

Notes

For the best texture, do not overcook the potatoes. Yukon Golds or Red Bliss are the best varieties for holding their shape. If making ahead, reserve a tablespoon of vinegar to stir in just before serving to brighten the flavor.