Baked Potato Salad

Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Boil sliced potatoes until tender but still firm, then drain and combine them in a bowl with cheese, onion, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, bacon, and olives. Finally, bake the mixture in the preheated oven for an hour until golden brown.

Baked Potato Salad
Baked Potato Salad

Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Boil sliced potatoes until tender but still firm, then drain and combine them in a bowl with cheese, onion, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, bacon, and olives. Finally, bake the mixture in the preheated oven for an hour until golden brown.

  • Preparing Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Served Person: 0
  • Carbohydrate 45.8248959181218 g
  • Cholesterol 664.598233671009 mg
  • Fat 326.445097415749 g
  • Fiber 1.31520001980089 g
  • Protein 128.501307416217 g
  • Saturated Fat 135.809473374994 g
  • Serving Size 1 1 recipe (969g)
  • Sodium 7117.03520058365 mg
  • Sugar 44.5096958983209 g
  • Trans Fat 85.7047913792047 g
  • Calories 3636 calories

Step-by-step

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Put sliced potatoes into a large pot, and fill with enough water to cover.
  • Bring to a boil, and cook until tender but still firm, about 10 minutes.
  • Drain, and set aside.
  • At the same time, place bacon in a large deep skillet.
  • Cook over medium-high heat until evenly browned.
  • Remove to paper towels to drain.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the potatoes, cheese, onion, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper.
  • Spoon into prepared baking dish.
  • Crumble bacon over the top, and sprinkle with olives.
  • Bake for 1 hour in the preheated oven, until golden brown.

I'm excited to share my recipe for Baked Potato Salad, a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for potlucks or family gatherings. This salad combines tender potatoes, melted cheese, crispy bacon, and a tangy mayonnaise dressing, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.

The star of this salad is the potatoes. I recommend using a starchy variety like Russet potatoes, which hold their shape well during boiling and baking. After slicing the potatoes, I boil them until they're fork-tender but still slightly firm. This is crucial because overcooked potatoes can become mushy and lose their texture. Once boiled, the potatoes are drained and allowed to cool slightly.