Grandma's Potato Salad

No picnic or family reunion is complete without my grandma's potato salad. It's a unique blend of flavors like no other. Everyone seems to agree, it's Zabelicious. In honor of her birthday this week, I'm sharing the secret recipe. Grandma's version of measuring was usually, a pinch of this and a dash of that. So the quantities listed in the recipe are approximate. Of course, I had to break out her Blue Danube China to serve the potato salad on. That’s another family tradition story you won't want to miss-Haluskanating Over the Blue Danube. Be sure to check it out while the potatoes are marinating. I hope the recipe is a hit at your next family gathering!

Grandma's Potato Salad Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1 bag potatoes (quartered)

  • 3-4 green onions (diced)

  • 4-5 radishes (thinly sliced)

  • 4-6 hard boiled eggs (diced)reserve one for top slices)

  • 1/2 bottle French Salad Dressing (She used Western Original Sweet & Smooth)

  • 1/2 cup mayo (I prefer Hellmann’s)

  • dry mustard (pinch)

  • paprika (dash)

  • salt & pepper

Directions:

  • Boil potatoes (don't overcook), drain & cool

  • Marinate and chill in Western dressing overnight

  • Add diced veggies & hard boiled eggs to potatoes

  • Gently stir with spatula

Final steps:

  • Mix mayo, dry mustard, paprika, salt & pepper to taste

  • Add mayo blend to potato mixture

  • Gently toss all together

  • Garnish with reserved sliced eggs, sprinkle with paprika

  • Cover and chill well before serving

*Zabelicious Tip:

Substitute red pepper for radishes if you prefer, or use both for even more flavor and color.

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More Recipes & Traditions

Craving more of Grandma’s recipes? Try her Swedish Pancakes for brunch. Then, take a trip back in time and join me for Adventures with Grandma, Haluskanating Over the Blue Danube and U-Haul’s Never Follow a Hearse.


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