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Amish Potato Salad
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Homemade dressing makes this salad ultra-creamy but hard-boiled eggs are the real secret ingredient to this Amish-style potato salad.
serves/makes:
ready in:
30-60 minutes
30-60 minutes
3 reviews
4 comments
ingredients
Dressing
2 eggs, well beaten
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup heavy cream or evaporated milk
1 teaspoon dry mustard
3 tablespoons butter, softened
Potato Salad
6 medium potatoes
1 cup mayonnaise
1 small onion, chopped fine
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon salt
4 hard-cooked eggs, peeled and diced or sliced
directions
Whisk together the eggs, sugar, and cornstarch in a saucepan. Mix until uniform in color. Then stir in the vinegar, cream, and mustard. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened.
Remove the pan from the heat and quickly stir in the butter, mixing until it is fully incorporated. Let the dressing cool completely.
Place the unpeeled potatoes in a pot of boiling water and cook until fork-tender. Drain well. Let the potatoes cool enough to handle. Peel the potatoes and dice into 1/2-inch cubes. Place the potato cubes in a bowl.
Add the mayonnaise, onion, celery, celery seed, salt, and hard-cooked eggs to the bowl along with the cooled dressing. Fold gently to combine.
Serve immediately or store the Amish potato salad in the refrigerator in a covered container.
recipe tips
Use waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold for the salad to hold their shape well after boiling.
For a tangier dressing, add a splash of pickle juice or lemon juice to the mixture.
Add a pinch of paprika or smoked paprika for a hint of smoky flavor.
For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt or sour cream for some of the mayonnaise.
Mix in chopped fresh herbs like parsley, dill, or chives for additional flavor.
Refrigerate the potato salad for at least an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or vinegar as desired.
common recipe questions
Can I omit the hard-boiled eggs?
You can. You probably will want to add an extra potato to make up for the eggs or the proportion of salad to dressing may be off.
What can I substitute for celery in the potato salad?
If you don't have celery, you can use diced bell peppers or shredded carrots for a similar texture.
Can I make the dressing in advance?
You can make the dressing ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator until you're ready to assemble the salad.
How long can the Amish potato salad be stored in the refrigerator?
The potato salad can be stored in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
Can I add other ingredients to the potato salad?
You can add in ingredients like pickles, bacon, or fresh herbs for additional flavors.
What can I do if the dressing is too thick?
If the dressing thickens too much, you can thin it out with a little bit of milk as needed.
nutrition data
388 calories, 28 grams fat, 31 grams carbohydrates, 6 grams protein per serving.
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reviews & comments
June 4, 2021
I found this recipe years ago and it is my âgo toâ dish fo every summertime gathering. Easily a five star recipe for potato salad. I must admit that I often skip the celery seeds. Itâs fantastic without it.
This comment is for Jamie: I used to think the same as you, that the potato salad would spoil if you mixed mayo into warm potatoes. This method actually lets the potatoes absorb the dressing better. So, right after mixing everything together, you'll refrigerate the salad anyways. It wont't be spoiled.
March 2, 2018
It worked out just great
June 18, 2013
I read the other reviews on what to do with the mayo so I proceeded that way. Very good recipe. The dressing isn't too sweet or too tangy, just the way I like my potato salad. If you like it with more tang add more mustard but I would taste the dressing before you add it.
I haven't tried this recipe, but usually you would Refrigerate until cool, then stir in the mayonnaise.
I would assume they meant for you to add the mayonaise when when you beat in the butter. Try that.
I haven't tried this recipe, though it sounds great, but the ingredients include 1 C mayonnaise, which is not listed in the recipe.