Bacon Potato Salad

By Tufgrlz

Bring a heaping bowl of comfort to your warm-weather table with this terrific potato salad recipe. Though your family favorite may be the traditional mayonnaise-and-sweet pickle variety, try one of this recipe for a fresh twist. Jazz up your presentation by serving this salad in paprika-rimmed glasses. (Simply dip the rims in lemon or lime juice, then into paprika.)

Ingredients

• 6 to 8 medium potatoes (about 3 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/2 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 6 green onions, chopped
• 2 celery ribs, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons diced pimiento, drained
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• Garnishes: paprika, celery sticks

Preparation

Step 1

Cook potatoes in boiling water to cover in a Dutch oven over medium heat 15 to 18 minutes or until tender. Drain and let cool slightly.

Place potatoes in a large bowl. Add bacon, chopped green onions, and next 4 ingredients. Stir together mayonnaise and sour cream until blended. Pour over potato mixture, tossing gently to coat. Cover and chill at least 1 hour. Garnish, if desired.