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Classic American potato salad

Creamy picnic potato salad with egg, celery, pickles and a touch of mustard.

Time
45min
Steps
4
Classic American potato salad, photographed from above

Ingredients

6 servings

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Allergens

Contains egg.

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    Nothing beyond a knife, a board and the usual pots and pans.

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    Method

    1. 1

      Boil the potatoes in salted water until just tender, 10–12 minutes. Drain and toss with pickle juice while warm.

    2. 2

      Cool 15 minutes.

    3. 3

      Mix the mayo, mustard and salt, then fold in the potatoes, eggs, celery, onion and pickles.

    4. 4

      Chill and sprinkle with paprika and herbs to serve.

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