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Creamy Star-Spangled Potato Salad with Bacon

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A creamy, smoky, and herbaceous potato salad featuring crispy bacon and fresh herbs, perfect for summer gatherings and Fourth of July celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, washed and cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place peeled and chopped Yukon Gold potatoes into a large pot and cover with cold water by about 1 inch. Add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 12-15 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender but not falling apart. Drain and set aside to cool slightly (about 10 minutes).
  2. While the potatoes cook, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add bacon slices and cook, turning occasionally, until crispy and browned, about 8-10 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain, then crumble once cool.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, add the slightly warm potatoes, crumbled bacon, sliced green onions, parsley, dill, and chives. Pour the dressing over the top and gently fold everything together, taking care not to mash the potatoes.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Before serving, give the salad a quick stir and taste for seasoning—add extra salt or pepper if needed.

Notes

Do not overboil potatoes to avoid mushiness. Cook bacon slowly over medium heat for crispiness without burning. Mix salad while potatoes are warm to help dressing absorb better. Fresh herbs should be added at the end to keep flavor bright. Chill salad for at least 1 hour for best flavor melding. Variations include vegetarian and vegan options by substituting bacon and dairy ingredients.

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Keywords: potato salad, bacon, creamy potato salad, summer salad, Fourth of July, picnic recipe, fresh herbs, easy potato salad

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