Classic American Potato Salad

holds a special place on the soul food table, lovingly made by “the auntie who knows how to cook.” And no, not just anyone is allowed to bring the potato salad—it’s sacred like that.

Today, it’s the ultimate retro-meets-modern recipe that still brings families and friends together.

INGREDIENTS

(Serves 6–8)

For the salad:

  • 2.5 lbs (about 1.1 kg) Yukon Gold or red potatoes, skin on
  • 1 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter twist)
  • 2 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup finely