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NY Deli-Style Potato Salad

Here's my Dad's famous NY Deli-Style Potato Salad.  A must at any picnic, this recipe makes 5 pounds, enough to feed a crowd.  Feel free to scale it down.  

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NY Deli-Style Potato Salad

makes 5 pounds

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Ingredients

  • 5 pounds red new potatoes, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes

  • 8 cups water

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 2 cups real mayonnaise (we love Duke's)

  • 1/4 cup white distilled vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1 cup finely minced onion

  • optional garnish - chopped parsley, chives, or scallions

Directions

  1. Place the potatoes in a 6-quart stockpot, add water and 1 teaspoon of kosher salt; bring to a boil and cook until fork tender.

  2. Drain and cool potatoes completely.

  3. In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, onion, salt, and pepper.

  4. Pour over cooled potatoes; gently mix together and add optional garnish if desired.

  5. Chill thoroughly before serving. Refrigerate leftovers.