Potato Salad

I'm not sure where this recipe came from originally. It is what I usually make when asked to bring something for a barbecue. It's quick and simple to make, and seems to be well received.

Basic Recipe

	12 red potatoes
	2 cloves garlic
	8 eggs
	1 stalk of celery, with leaves, chopped fine
	about 1/4 - 1/2 cup sweet relish (to taste)
	3-4 tablespoons prepared mustard
	1/2 - 3/4 cup mayonnaise
	fresh ground pepper
	a little salt

Quarter potatoes (do not peel) and place in a large pot to boil. Add garlic cloves to water. Salt to taste. Cook until just tender, but not mushy. Perhaps 10-15 minutes. Drain water. Save and chop cooked garlic.
Place eggs in another pot with cold water. Bring to a boil. Cover. Turn off heat. Let stand in hot water 10-12 minutes. Remove eggs and let stand long enough that they can be handled. Peel and chop.
In a large bowl gently combine potatoes, eggs and other ingredients, being careful not to make mushy. Serve warm.

Serves 9-12 with other food.

Page revised: 18 August 2009

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