Irma Rombauer's Classic Potato Salad Recipe

Name: Irma Rombauer's Classic Potato Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds boiling potatoes, scrubbed but not peeled; 1/2 cup chicken, beef or vegetable broth; 1/2 to 1 cup celery, chopped fine; 1 bunch scallions, trimmed and cut in thin rounds, including some green; 3 hard-cooked eggs, peeled and chopped; capers, pickles, olives, cucumbers; Salt, freshly ground pepper and cayenne pepper to taste; 1 large egg; 1/4 cup cider vinegar; 1/2 to 1 teaspoon dry mustard; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons flour; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 cup cold water; 2 tablespoons butter; 13 to 1/2 cup sour cream, yogurt or heavy cream

Servings: persons

2 pounds boiling potatoes, scrubbed but not peeled
1/2 cup chicken, beef or vegetable broth
1/2 to 1 cup celery, chopped fine
1 bunch scallions, trimmed and cut in thin rounds, including some green
3 hard-cooked eggs, peeled and chopped
capers, pickles, olives, cucumbers
Salt, freshly ground pepper and cayenne pepper to taste
1 large egg
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/2 to 1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons flour
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/2 cup cold water
2 tablespoons butter
13 to 1/2 cup sour cream, yogurt or heavy cream

1
Cut the potatoes in half if large, put in a pot and add enough lightly salted water to cover them by 2 inches.
2
Bring to a boil and cook, uncovered, until just tender, about 15 minutes.
3
Drain.
4
Peel and cut into cubes or slices.
5
Put warm potato pieces in a serving bowl and mix with broth.
6
Let stand for 30 minutes so broth can be absorbed.
7
Mix in celery, scallions and eggs.
8
Add optional ingredients.
9
Add salt, pepper and cayenne to taste.
10
To make the dressing, in the top of a double boiler, mix the egg and cider vinegar.
11
In a small bowl, mix the dry mustard, sugar, salt, flour and paprika.
12
Gradually blend in the cold water until smooth.
13
Whisk into the egg and vinegar mix.
14
Cook over boiling water, stirring with a whisk until the dressing is thick and smooth, about 3 minutes.
15
Remove from the heat and whisk in butter.
16
Let cool slightly and thin with sour cream, yogurt or cream if desired.
17
Mix well with potatoes and adjust seasonings.
18
Serve immediately or cover and chill overnight.

1594

kcal

Calories

134

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds boiling potatoes, scrubbed but not peeled, 1/2 cup chicken, beef or vegetable broth, 1/2 to 1 cup celery, chopped fine, 1 bunch scallions, trimmed and cut in thin rounds, including some green, and more.

Yes, Irma Rombauer's Classic Potato Salad falls under the Drinks & Smoothies 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!

Irma Rombauer's Classic Potato Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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