Description

This Sour Cream and Bacon Potato Salad features tender potatoes, hard boiled eggs, and crispy bacon in a creamy dressing, making it a perfect side for any meal. Enjoy its delightful flavors at your next picnic or barbecue!

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 red potatoes and place them in a large pot. Fill with water to cover the potatoes by about 1 inch and boil on high for 30-40 minutes until tender.
Once the potatoes are cooked, drain the water and let them cool slightly. Peel the potatoes, leaving some skin for texture.
Cube the potatoes and transfer them to a large bowl. Generously season with salt.
Chop one hard boiled egg and set aside for garnish. Reserve a few tablespoons of chopped bacon and parsley for garnish as well.
Chop the remaining eggs and add to the bowl with the cubed potatoes. Add parsley and the remaining chopped bacon, then toss lightly.
In a medium bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, spicy brown mustard, and hot pepper sauce. Mix this dressing into the potato mixture, adjusting mayo or sour cream to taste.
Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and garnish with the reserved egg, bacon, and parsley. It can be served at room temperature or chilled in the refrigerator.
For added flavor, top with shredded cheddar cheese, being careful not to mix it in to avoid sogginess.

Notes

Ensure potatoes are slightly warm when peeling for easier handling.
Customize the seasoning and add additional ingredients like chives for variation.
This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 325
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 9g
Cholesterol: 90mg