Old Fashioned Creamy Potato Salad Recipe

Name: Old Fashioned Creamy Potato Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 -10 medium red potatoes (cooked until fork tender and cooled slightly then chopped); 6 hard-cooked eggs (peeled and chopped); 5 green onions, chopped; 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped; 2 stalks celery, finely diced; DRESSING; 2 eggs; 1/2 cup white sugar; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon seasoning salt (or use 1/2 teaspoon white salt); 1/3 cup cider vinegar; 1/2 cup milk; 2 -4 teaspoons prepared yellow mustard; 2 1/2 tablespoons butter; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste); 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (if you are a garlic-lover then use 1 teaspoon); 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise (can use up to 2 cups)

Servings: persons

8 -10 medium red potatoes (cooked until fork tender and cooled slightly then chopped)
6 hard-cooked eggs (peeled and chopped)
5 green onions, chopped
1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
2 stalks celery, finely diced
DRESSING
2 eggs
1/2 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon seasoning salt (or use 1/2 teaspoon white salt)
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup milk
2 -4 teaspoons prepared yellow mustard
2 1/2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (if you are a garlic-lover then use 1 teaspoon)
1 1/2 cups mayonnaise (can use up to 2 cups)

1
For the dressing; in a saucepan combine 2 eggs with sugar, cornstarch and seasoned salt or white salt.
2
Add in cider vinegar, milk and mustard (start with 2 teaspoons mustard you may add in more later) whisk until smooth.
3
Set heat to medium and bring to a simmer; cook whisking frequently for about 10 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
4
Add in butter and stir until melted.
5
Refrigerate until semi-cooled, then stir/whisk in the mayonnaise until completely combined.
6
Add in garlic powder and black pepper (you may adjust the garlic, mustard and black pepper to taste) if desired.
7
Place the cubed potatoes in a large bowl, then add in chopped eggs, green onions, yellow onion and celery; mix to combine.
8
Pour the dressing over and toss with a large spatula to combine.
9
Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 8 hours or up to 24 hours.

1337

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* 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.

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: 8 -10 medium red potatoes (cooked until fork tender and cooled slightly then chopped), 6 hard-cooked eggs (peeled and chopped), 5 green onions, chopped, 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Old Fashioned Creamy 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.

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Old Fashioned Creamy Potato Salad

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