Description

This Sour Cream and Bacon Potato Salad combines the creamy richness of sour cream and mayo with crispy bacon and tender potatoes, creating a delicious side dish perfect for gatherings or casual dinners. Its easy preparation and tasty ingredients make it a crowd favorite for any occasion.

Ingredients

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5 pounds red potatoes
6 hard boiled eggs, peeled
1/2 pound bacon, cooked crisp and chopped (divided)
1/2 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped
1 1/2 cups sour cream, regular or light
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
3 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
3–4 drops hot pepper sauce
salt and pepper
grated cheddar cheese for garnish, optional

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Instructions

Wash the potatoes and place them in a large pot. Fill with enough water to cover the potatoes by about 1 inch and boil on high for 30-40 minutes until tender.
Once cooked, drain the water from the potatoes and allow them to cool slightly before peeling, leaving some skins on for added texture.
Cube the peeled potatoes and add them to a large bowl, seasoning generously with salt.
Chop one of the hard-boiled eggs and set it aside for garnish; reserve some chopped bacon and parsley as well.
Chop the remaining boiled eggs and add them to the bowl of potatoes along with chopped parsley and the majority of the chopped bacon, tossing lightly to combine.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, spicy brown mustard, and hot pepper sauce, then mix into the potato mixture, adjusting for taste with more mayonnaise or sour cream if desired.
Transfer the salad to a serving bowl, garnishing with the reserved egg, bacon, and parsley. Serve immediately at room temperature or refrigerate until serving.
For an extra tasty touch, top with shredded cheddar cheese without mixing it into the salad.

Notes

For best texture, serve the salad at room temperature after refrigerating it for a couple of hours.
Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite herbs or even other veggies.
This potato salad is perfect for picnics and potluck gatherings.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 350
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 9g
Cholesterol: 70mg