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Savory Loaded Baked Potato Salad with Bacon and Cheddar

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A hearty and flavorful potato salad made with baked potatoes, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and a tangy dressing. Perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or casual dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large baked potatoes (about 2 pounds / 900g), cooled and diced
  • 6 slices of bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced (white and green parts)
  • ½ cup mayonnaise (full-fat or Greek yogurt for lighter version)
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: fresh chives or parsley for garnish
  • Optional: 1 small red onion, finely diced
  • Optional: cooked corn kernels

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce potatoes with a fork and bake directly on oven rack or baking sheet for 45-60 minutes until tender. Let cool completely.
  2. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Drain on paper towels and crumble once cooled.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. Peel (optional) and dice cooled baked potatoes into bite-sized chunks. Place in a large mixing bowl.
  5. Add crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar, and sliced green onions to the potatoes. Pour dressing over and gently fold to coat evenly without mashing.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Before serving, stir gently, adjust seasoning, and garnish with fresh chives or parsley if desired.

Notes

Serve slightly chilled or at room temperature for best flavor. Let refrigerated salad sit 10 minutes before serving to enhance taste. Use baked potatoes for better texture than boiled. Gently fold ingredients to keep potato chunks intact. Bacon can be baked on foil-lined sheet pan as alternative to skillet.

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Keywords: potato salad, baked potato salad, bacon, cheddar, comfort food, BBQ side dish, potluck recipe

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