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Loaded Baked Potato Salad

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A comforting and crowd-pleasing potato salad featuring crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and a tangy creamy dressing. Perfect for gatherings and easy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold or red potatoes, washed and cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 6 slices crispy bacon, chopped
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup mayonnaise (full-fat)
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the cut potatoes into a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium and simmer until tender but still firm when pierced, about 12-15 minutes. Drain well in a colander and let cool slightly.
  2. While potatoes cook, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped bacon and cook until crispy, about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat. Save a tablespoon of bacon fat in the pan for extra flavor if desired.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. Add the warm potatoes to the bowl with the dressing. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat every piece.
  5. Fold in shredded cheddar, crispy bacon bits, and green onions. The cheese will soften slightly from the potato’s warmth.
  6. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. For best results, let it sit overnight and give it a gentle stir before plating.

Notes

Start potatoes in cold water to ensure even cooking and prevent mushiness. Crisp bacon in a cold pan gradually heating to render fat evenly. Use full-fat mayo and sour cream for best creamy texture. Toss warm potatoes gently with dressing to avoid breaking chunks. Chill salad for at least 1 hour or overnight for best flavor. To refresh bacon crispness in leftovers, broil briefly before serving.

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