LOADED POTATO SALAD RECIPE COLD RECIPES

Steps:

• Place 3 lb red potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, in large pot; fill with water until potatoes are just covered. Add a tablespoon of salt to water, if desired. Heat to boiling; simmer 7 to 9 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender.
• Drain potatoes; rinse with cold water until cool. Set aside.
• In large bowl, beat 1 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 cup sour cream, salt and pepper to taste with whisk until smooth.
• Add cooled potatoes; stir to coat. Add 1/3 cup sliced green onions, 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled, and 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz). Gently stir to combine. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Steps:

• Put the potatoes in a large saucepan; cover with cold water and season with 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a simmer and cook until tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Add the vinegar and 1/2 teaspoon salt; toss. Let cool slightly, about 10 minutes.
• Meanwhile, put the eggs in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then remove from the heat and let sit, covered, 10 minutes. Drain the eggs and cover with ice water to cool; peel, chop and set aside.
• Whisk the mayonnaise, sour cream, pickle brine, mustard and sugar in a small bowl. Stir in the pickles, celery, scallions and parsley. Spoon the mayonnaise mixture over the potatoes and mix well. Season with salt and pepper. Add the hard-boiled eggs and gently stir to combine. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight. Sprinkle with paprika just before serving.