Aunt J S Best Potato Salad Recipe

This is the potato salad recipe you've been searching for! Aunt J's secret recipe is creamy, dreamy, and completely addictive – without a hint of garlic or blue cheese. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or any summer gathering. The simple recipe delivers incredible flavor after a short chill time. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 210 mins
Calories 530.6 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Aunt J S Best Potato Salad

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Aunt J S Best Potato Salad

  • New Potatoes
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • White Pepper
  • Dry Mustard
  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • Celery Seed
  • Lemon Juice
  • Fresh Parsley
  • Fresh Chives
  • Onion
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (plus 1 teaspoon for boiling potatoes)

How to Make Aunt J S Best Potato Salad

  1. Wash and peel 2 pounds of Yukon Gold potatoes. Cut into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until easily pierced with a fork.
  3. Drain potatoes and let them cool completely. You can speed up this process by rinsing them under cold water.
  4. While potatoes are cooling, whisk together 1 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup finely chopped celery, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tablespoons yellow mustard, 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a large bowl.
  5. Once potatoes are completely cool, gently fold them into the mayonnaise mixture.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld. The longer it sits, the better it tastes!
  7. Before serving, gently stir the potato salad again. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives, if desired.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

75g

Fat

33g

Carbs

23g