Description

This Sour Cream and Bacon Potato Salad offers a delightful mix of flavors with creamy textures, making it an ideal dish for gatherings or family meals. Featuring tender potatoes, crunchy bacon, and a hint of mustard, it’s a quick and satisfying homemade delight that everyone will enjoy.

Ingredients

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5 pounds red potatoes
6 hard boiled eggs, peeled
1/2 pound bacon, cooked crisp and chopped (divided)
1/2 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped
1 1/2 cups sour cream, regular or light
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
3 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
3–4 drops hot pepper sauce
salt and pepper to taste
grated cheddar cheese for garnish, optional

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Instructions

Wash the potatoes and place them in a large pot. Fill with enough water to cover the potatoes by about 1 inch.
Boil on high for 30-40 minutes or until a knife easily pierces the potatoes. Drain the water and let the potatoes cool slightly.
While the potatoes are still warm, peel them, leaving some of the skin on.
Cube the potatoes and place them in a large bowl. Generously season with salt.
Chop 1 boiled egg and set aside for garnish while reserving a few tablespoons of chopped bacon and some parsley for garnish.
Chop the remaining boiled eggs and add them to the potatoes in the bowl. Stir in the parsley and remaining chopped bacon gently.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, spicy brown mustard, and hot pepper sauce, then mix with the potatoes. Adjust the dressing with more mayonnaise or sour cream as per taste.
Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and garnish with the reserved egg, bacon, and parsley. This can be served at room temperature or chilled before serving.
For an added classic loaded baked potato flavor, top with shredded cheddar cheese; avoid mixing it into the salad to prevent sogginess.

Notes

For best flavor, season the potatoes while they are still warm.
Feel free to adjust the amount of mayonnaise and sour cream to suit your taste preferences.
Add in some diced vegetables like bell peppers or celery for extra crunch.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 320
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 530mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 19g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 9g
Cholesterol: 121mg