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Creamy Dill Potato Salad with Crispy Bacon

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A comforting and flavorful potato salad featuring creamy dill dressing and crispy bacon, perfect for gatherings and easy weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, washed and cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped and fried until crispy
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (can substitute Greek yogurt for lighter option)
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place peeled and chopped Yukon Gold potatoes in a large pot. Cover with cold water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce to a simmer and cook until fork-tender but still firm, about 12-15 minutes.
  2. Drain potatoes in a colander and let cool for about 10 minutes until warm but not hot.
  3. While potatoes cook, heat a skillet over medium heat. Fry chopped bacon until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Drain on paper towels and reserve a teaspoon of bacon fat if desired.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, and optional bacon fat until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Stir in chopped dill, sliced green onions, and diced celery (if using).
  6. Gently fold warm potatoes into the dressing, tossing carefully to coat without breaking the potatoes.
  7. Add most of the crispy bacon to the salad and mix gently. Reserve some bacon for garnish.
  8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld (30 minutes if short on time).
  9. Before serving, stir gently, adjust seasoning if needed, and sprinkle reserved bacon on top.

Notes

Use fresh dill for best flavor; reserve a teaspoon of bacon fat to add smoky depth to the dressing. Avoid overcooking potatoes to prevent mushiness. If salad feels stiff after chilling, let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving. For dairy-free, substitute sour cream with coconut or cashew cream and use vegan mayo. Add crispy bacon just before serving to maintain crunch.

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