Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
9 unit

Idaho potatoes

boiled

4.5 unit

eggs

boiled

0.5 pound

bacon

cooked and crumbled

2 unit

celery ribs

diced

2 tbsp

diced pimentos

diced

0.75 tsp

steak dust

0.25 tsp

panhandle pepper

0.5 cup

mayonnaise

0.5 cup

sour cream

0.25 tsp

Paprika

for garnish

2 unit

mint leaves

for garnish

Step 1
~4 min

Boil the potatoes until tender.

Step 2
~4 min

Boil the eggs until hard-boiled.

Step 3
~4 min

Cook the bacon until crispy.

Step 4
~4 min

Dice the cooked potatoes, eggs, and bacon.

Step 5
~4 min

Dice the celery ribs.

Step 6
~4 min

Combine the diced potatoes, eggs, bacon, celery, and pimentos in a large bowl.

Step 7
~4 min

Add the steak dust and panhandle pepper.

Step 8
~4 min

Add the mayonnaise and sour cream.

Step 9
~4 min

Mix all ingredients together until well combined.

Step 10
~4 min

Serve in Grandma's glass tumblers.

Step 11
~4 min

Dip rims of the tumblers in water.

Step 12
~4 min

Dip the wet rims in paprika.

Step 13
~4 min

Garnish with a fresh mint or basil leaf.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Chill the potato salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Add a splash of vinegar for extra tang.

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled meats or sandwiches.

Pair with coleslaw and barbecue for a classic summer meal.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Chicken
Hamburgers
Pulled Pork

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular at picnics, barbecues, and potlucks.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

4th of July
Memorial Day
Labor Day

Occasion Tags

Picnic
Barbecue
Potluck
Summer Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100