Grandma Jeans Potato Salad Recipe

Name: Grandma Jeans Potato Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 large red potatoes (2 pounds), cubed; Kosher salt; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 celery stalks, finely chopped; 3 hard boiled eggs, 2 chopped and 1 sliced; One 10 ounce jar sweet-pickle relish, drained; 2 tablespoons Miracle Whip; 1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard; 1 tablespoon sugar; Paprika, for garnish

Servings: persons

1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
2
Add the cubed potatoes and a generous pinch of salt, and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
3
Drain the potatoes in a colander, and cool.
4
In a large bowl, combine the onion, celery, 2 chopped eggs, pickle relish, Miracle Whip, yellow mustard, sugar, and salt to taste.
5
Using a rubber spatula, fold in the potatoes.
6
Transfer the salad to a serving container, top with the sliced egg, and sprinkle with paprika.
7
Cover the salad with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for the fullest flavor.

236

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 large red potatoes (2 pounds), cubed, Kosher salt, 1 medium onion, finely chopped, 2 celery stalks, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Grandma Jeans Potato Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grandma Jeans Potato Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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