Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
6 unit

Potatoes

cubed

2 unit

Hard Boiled Eggs

chopped

8 slice

Bacon

fried, chopped

1 cup

Mayonnaise

1 cup

Miracle Whip

1 tsp

Mustard

1.5 tsp

Vinegar

0.6 cup

Sugar

Step 1
~3 min

Boil potatoes until cooked through.

Step 2
~3 min

Cool and peel potato skin.

Step 3
~3 min

Cut potatoes into small cubes.

Step 4
~3 min

Boil eggs until hard-boiled.

Step 5
~3 min

Cut eggs into small pieces.

Step 6
~3 min

Cook bacon in a pan until crispy.

Step 7
~3 min

Chop cooked bacon into small pieces.

Step 8
~3 min

Combine mayonnaise and Miracle Whip in a bowl.

Step 9
~3 min

Add mustard to the mayonnaise mixture for coloring.

Step 10
~3 min

Add vinegar to the mayonnaise mixture.

Step 11
~3 min

Add sugar to the mayonnaise mixture, slightly less than 2/3 cup.

Step 12
~3 min

Taste the salad dressing.

Step 13
~3 min

Adjust sweetness and tartness with vinegar and sugar as needed.

Step 14
~3 min

Add bacon bits and chopped hard-boiled eggs to the salad dressing.

Step 15
~3 min

Pour the dressing into the potatoes.

Step 16
~3 min

Mix well.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a smoother salad, use Yukon Gold potatoes.

Add chopped celery and onion for extra crunch.

Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with BBQ

Accompany fried chicken or pulled pork

Pair with grilled vegetables

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

BBQ Ribs
Fried Chicken
Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

Common side dish at picnics, potlucks, and family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

July 4th
Memorial Day
Labor Day

Occasion Tags

Picnic
BBQ
Potluck
Summer Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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