This one little step helps create the creamiest potato salad.
We never had hotdogs, hamburgers, or anything grilled without potato salad, and I loved them.
I still do now as an adult.
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It’s the creamiest potato salad that doesn’t call for that much mayonnaise.
Scoop out and set aside 1/3 cup of the cooking liquid.
Drain the potatoes and place them in a large bowl.
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The same is true for the liquid used to cook the potatoes.
Its a simple step with a big impact!
Stir in the dressing, incorporating any liquid in the bowl.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least two hours to allow the flavors to meld.
Stir gently to combine.
Serve cold or at room temperature.
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3 Tricks for Making Julia Child’s Potato Salad
1.Slice the potatoes the same size.
No need to grab a ruler, but do your best to slice the potatoes into similar sizes.
This ensures theyll cook at the same rateno one likes raw or completely mushy potatoes in their potato salad.
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3.Save some of the dressing.
