Skip the russet potatoes and use a waxy variety instead, like Yukon gold, red potatoes or fingerlings.
Learn more about whichtypes of potatoesyou should use for different recipes.
Go for potatoes that are smooth, firm and not wrinkled.
Dont forget thatgreen potatoesarent necessarily safe to eat!
Put your potatoes in a well-ventilated storage container (like a crate) that allows excess moisture to escape.
Then, double-check its covered so that light doesnt cause your potatoes to sprout.
A pantry or cupboard would be the perfect spot.
Keep your potatoes far away from onions.
When theyre stored together, your potatoes will spoil more quickly.
Thats why we like to grab the steamer basket and keep the potatoes out of the boiling water.
When theyre cooked, season them with a light sprinkle of salt.
Dont wait until they fall apart when pierced with a fork.
When the fork enters cleanly with the slightest bit of resistance, the potatoes are finished.
Eggs in mayo-based dressings can break down when they contact hot potatoes, making the dressing greasy.
As a workaround, toss your potatoes with plain apple cider vinegar.
It will add a tangy flavor and protect the potatoes from drying out.
After tossing the potatoes in vinegar, let them cool completely in a single layer on a baking sheet.
The water will escape, giving the dressing a better chance to cling to the potatoes.
This is our go-tomarinated potato salad.
Potato salad often tastes even better on day two, if youre able to make it ahead of time.
Find your new favorite from ourtop potato salad recipes.
Dont Skimp on the Eggs
Not all potato salad recipes are mayonnaise-based.
(Taste of HomeSenior Food Stylist Shannon Norris even likes to use pesto for her potato salads.)
But many of our favorite potato salads contain eggs in one form or another.
Look to fresh herbs, thinly sliced jalapenos, radishes or chopped fennel to add a pop of flavor.
You could also try salty ingredients like capers, olives or anchovies.
Dont be afraid to add meat, either.
Smoked meats like ham, bacon or smoked salmon are especially flavorful.
Check out our potato salad recipes that areperfect for your summer barbecue.
We recommend our users to update the web client.
