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Loaded Potato Salad with Bacon and Cheese

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A comforting and hearty loaded potato salad featuring crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and a tangy creamy dressing. Perfect for casual gatherings and easy to prepare in about 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 teaspoon salt (for boiling water)
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 3 celery stalks, finely diced
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Place peeled and chopped Yukon Gold potatoes in a large pot. Cover with cold water by about an inch, add 1 teaspoon salt, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  2. Boil for 10-12 minutes until potatoes are tender but not falling apart. Drain and set aside to cool slightly for about 10 minutes.
  3. While potatoes cook, crisp up the bacon in a skillet over medium heat (about 6-8 minutes). Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and crumble once cooled.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and black pepper until smooth and tangy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. Dice celery and red onion finely. Chop hard-boiled eggs if using. Shred cheddar cheese freshly.
  6. In a large bowl, gently fold warm potatoes with the dressing. Add bacon, cheddar, celery, onion, and eggs. Stir carefully to mix without breaking up the potatoes too much.
  7. Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to meld flavors.
  8. Before serving, sprinkle chopped fresh chives on top.

Notes

Do not overcook potatoes to avoid mushy texture. Mix dressing with warm potatoes for better flavor absorption. Cook bacon until crisp and add just before serving to maintain crunch. Chill salad for at least 1 hour or overnight for best flavor. Adjust seasoning after chilling. Bacon fat can be saved for sautéing or added to dressing for extra flavor.

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Keywords: potato salad, loaded potato salad, bacon, cheese, comfort food, picnic, BBQ, easy potato salad

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