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Paula Deen's loaded potato salad with ingredients and serving suggestions

Loaded Potato Salad

This creamy, flavorful loaded potato salad is a perfect side dish for barbecues and gatherings, combining red potatoes, crispy bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese for a crowd-pleaser.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 3 pounds red potatoes, scrubbed and cubed
  • 1 pound bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup green onions, finely sliced
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Start by scrubbing your red potatoes under cool water. Dice them into bite-sized cubes, ensuring they are roughly the same size to cook evenly.
  • Place the cubed potatoes in a large pot and fill it with water until the potatoes are just covered. Bring to a boil and cook for about 15 minutes or until they’re tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them in a colander and let them cool for a few minutes.
  • While the potatoes are cooling, fry your bacon in a skillet over medium heat until it’s crispy. Crumble it into pieces and set it aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir it well to create a creamy dressing.
  • Gently fold the cooled potatoes into the dressing until they are nicely coated.
  • Next, toss in the crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and sliced green onions. Mix gently to incorporate all the ingredients without breaking the potatoes apart.
  • Once everything is combined, cover the bowl and place the salad in the refrigerator. Let it chill for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

Notes

This potato salad can be made ahead of time and tastes even better the next day. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
Keyword BBQ Side Dish, Creamy Potato Salad, Loaded Potato Salad, Paula Deen Recipe, Potato Salad Recipe
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