Kentucky’s Southern Potato Salad Recipe You Want to Make!
The Story: This potato salad is a staple across Kentucky kitchens—passed from grandmother to grandchild. Creamy, slightly sweet, and beautifully balanced, it's loaded with texture and flavor from chopped celery, bell peppers, and eggs. Finished with a gentle touch of sugar and paprika, this version brings back memories of summer reunions, BBQs, and potluck tables. Once you make it, it becomes *your* family recipe.
🔻 Ingredients
- 9 small russet potatoes
- 2–3 celery sticks (finely chopped)
- ½ green bell pepper (chopped)
- ½ red bell pepper (chopped)
- 2 cups mayonnaise
- 3 hard-boiled eggs (chopped)
🧂 Seasonings
- Black pepper (to taste)
- Mrs. Dash Original Blend
- Dry mustard (a pinch or two)
- Paprika (for color and flavor)
- Dry dill (a light sprinkle)
- Sugar (1–3 tablespoons, adjust to taste)
👉 Instructions
- Boil potatoes until tender. Peel and let cool completely.
- Chop potatoes, celery, peppers, and eggs. Combine in a large bowl.
- Add mayonnaise and seasoning. Mix gently to coat everything.
- Finish with paprika sprinkled on top.
- Chill for at least 2 hours before serving. Enjoy!