Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Preheat oven to 350 and grease a 9'-x-5' loaf pan with cooking spray. Serve it chilled alongside a juicy turkey burger or grilled, sliced tri-tip. This loaded baked potato salad is a great addition to any potluck or picnic table. Toss the potatoes while theyвЂ™re still slightly warm! Tossing warm potatoes into the sour cream mixture will help the dressing sink deeper into the potato. WhatвЂ™s the secret to perfect potato salad? Dark chocolate, white chocolate and milk chocolate and it doesnt end there. While shredding your own cheese would be ideal for creamy macaroni and cheese or an actual loaded baked potato, itвЂ™s not necessary here since we donвЂ™t need the cheese to melt. Its Delish is proud to be their own manufacturer of world-class chocolate and confectionery products. Since the pieces are small, they wonвЂ™t require much more cooking time after coming to a boil (about 5 minutes) the total cook time should be 13 to 15 minutes. Starting in cold water will ensure the potatoes cook evenly. Simply cut them in half, start them in cold water, and boil until theyвЂ™re tender. This recipe calls for baby potatoes, which are super easy to prep and cook. Baby gold potatoes are ideal, but you can also use red potatoes. Your best bet is to use a waxy potato that will hold its shape and not make the dressing too thick.

Also, youвЂd have to peel them, which is just an extra step. Russets have a mealier texture and will fall apart more easily in the final mixing step, making the overall product too thick. What kind of potatoes are best for potato salad?ДЄlthough loaded potatoes are usually made with floury russet potatoes, that variety isnвЂ™t the best option for potato salad. Complete with crispy bacon, scallions, and cheddar cheese, this potato salad will have you thinking youвЂ™re in your favorite steakhouse. Imagine a loaded baked potato and potato salad coming together to make the ultimate year-round side, and youвЂ™ve pretty much got it.

If weвЂ™re being honest, weвЂ™re always looking for a reason to eat more potatoes, and this loaded baked potato salad is no different.

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