Savor the Classic Cowboy Potato Salad from Beaumont Ranch

Ingredients

• 5 pounds of vibrant red potatoes
• A packet of dry Italian salad dressing mix (like Good Seasons®) weighing in at 0.7 ounces
• 1/4 cup of aromatic tarragon vinegar
• 1/4 cup of pure water
• A generous cup of extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 cup of finely chopped celery
• 1 cup of authentic bacon bits
• 1/4 cup of diced dill pickle for a hint of tanginess (optional)
• 1/4 cup of finely chopped green onion
• 3 cups of creamy mayonnaise

Step 1

To start, add the potatoes to a big pot and cover them with water. Bring it to a boil on high heat, then lower the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and let it simmer until the potatoes are tender, which usually takes about 20 minutes. Once done, drain the potatoes and let them sit for a minute or two to steam dry.

Step 2

Next, in a mixing bowl, combine the dry Italian dressing mix, tarragon vinegar, water, and olive oil, whisking them together until the mixture is well blended. Keep this dressing aside for later use.

Step 3

Transfer the hot potatoes to a large bowl and use a table knife to roughly slice them into hearty chunks. Pour the prepared dressing over the warm potatoes, giving them a good toss to ensure they are nicely coated. Allow the potatoes to cool down a bit before adding in the celery, bacon bits, dill pickle, and green onion. Gently fold in the mayonnaise until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Step 4

Finally, serve this delicious potato salad, perfect for any occasion!