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Creamy Loaded Potato Salad Recipe Easy Homemade Bacon and Chives

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A creamy, flavorful potato salad featuring crispy bacon and fresh chives, perfect for any occasion and easy to prepare in about 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup fresh chives, finely chopped
  • 1 stalk celery, finely diced (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, finely minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place peeled and chopped Yukon Gold potatoes in a large pot of cold, salted water (about 1 tablespoon salt per 4 cups water). Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook until just tender when pierced with a fork, about 12-15 minutes. Avoid overcooking.
  2. Drain the potatoes well in a colander and let them cool slightly until warm but not hot.
  3. While potatoes cook, heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add bacon slices and cook until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Transfer to paper towel-lined plate to drain, then crumble once cool enough to handle.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar until smooth. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  5. Add warm potatoes to the bowl with the dressing. Gently fold to coat without breaking up the potatoes. Add crumbled bacon, chopped chives, diced celery, and minced red onion. Fold everything together evenly.
  6. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld. If short on time, 30 minutes works but less flavorful.
  7. Before serving, give the salad one last gentle stir and sprinkle extra chives on top for garnish.

Notes

Start potatoes in cold water to cook evenly and prevent mushiness. Avoid overcooking potatoes to maintain texture. Warm potatoes absorb dressing better. Crisp bacon well to add texture contrast. Chop chives finely to avoid overpowering sharpness. If salad feels dry after chilling, stir in a splash of milk or extra sour cream before serving. Chilling for at least 1 hour or overnight improves flavor melding.

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