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Classic Potato Salad with Bacon and Dill

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A quick and easy creamy potato salad featuring crispy bacon and fresh dill, perfect for gatherings and comfort food cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold or red potatoes, washed and cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
  • 1 cup mayonnaise (preferably full-fat)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped

Instructions

  1. Place the cut potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until potatoes are fork-tender but not falling apart, about 12–15 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
  2. While potatoes are boiling, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 6–8 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess fat, then crumble when cool enough to handle.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  4. Finely dice the red onion, celery, and fresh dill. If using hard-boiled eggs, chop them now as well.
  5. Gently fold the potatoes into the dressing, making sure not to mash them. Add the bacon, onion, celery, and dill, folding carefully to distribute evenly.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. If in a rush, 30 minutes works but longer chilling improves flavor.
  7. Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir and adjust salt, pepper, or vinegar as needed.

Notes

Do not overcook potatoes to avoid mushy texture. Add fresh dill just before chilling or serving to keep its bright flavor. Bacon should be cooked crisp for best texture. Peeling potatoes is optional; skins add rustic charm and nutrients. Salad tastes better after chilling for several hours or overnight. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Avoid reheating to prevent mayo separation.

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Keywords: potato salad, bacon, dill, creamy potato salad, picnic recipe, barbecue side dish, comfort food

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