Thursday, August 25, 2011

French Country Potato Salad - Best Potato Salad Ever



Are you trying to squeeze every last drop of summer
out like we are?

How many picnics and BBQs and pool parties
can we fit in before the weather turns on us?

This French Country Potato Salad is
my all-time favorite potato salad.

It goes so well with my tablescape and
post yesterday - French Country Dining.




Sometimes I refer to this as the "Everything but the
kitchen sink" potato salad as you will see when you
see the list of ingredients.

It is a variation from an old church cookbook
that my aunt in Wisconsin gave me 25 years
ago.  Don't you just love church cookbooks
with everyone's family favorite recipes in them?


Of course potatoes are the base...



But then we add cabbage - yes cabbage, carrots, pickles
green pepper, pimiento, onions, mayo,
and yummy dijon mustard.


It has such a healthy and refreshing crunch to it.



French Country Potato Salad Recipe

4 C. cooked diced potatoes (skins on)
1 1/2 C. roughly shredded cabbage
1/2 C. shredded carrots
1/2 C. chopped dill pickle
1/4 C. chopped onion
1/4 C. chopped green pepper
1 T. white vinegar
1 T. dijon mustard
3/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. black pepper
3/4 - 1 C. mayonaise

Mix everything together while potatoes
are still warm.  Stir and cover and
refrigerate until cool.



This recipe makes about 8 nice sized
servings.  I am taking it to a lady's luncheon.



So fun presented in half pint canning jars.


Keep enjoying summer as long as you can.
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32 comments:

  1. La Table De NanaAugust 25, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    Your photos are getting better and better..
    No..wait..You have achieved perfection:)
    Thank you!

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  2. Entertaining WomenAugust 25, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    Thanks! The canning jars are darling. Cherry Kay

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  3. Red Couch RecipesAugust 25, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    I love the photos of the little jars. The potato salad looks yummy too. Can't believe summer is almost gone. Joni

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  4. Red Couch RecipesAugust 25, 2011 at 3:33 PM

    Forgot to write that I love it that the potato salad doesn't have egg in it. Joni

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  5. La Table De NanaAugust 25, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    I knew it:)

    You must..
    well not must..that sounds arrogant and pushy:) but should:) share your new tips and tricks..

    BTW..I coveted that big white lens on your houseboat trip:)

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  6. Kim McCallieAugust 25, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    This looks delicious - a combination of potato salad and cole slaw. Thanks for stopping by A Well-Seasoned Life. I'm following you now, too. Your blog is beautiful and I can't wait to read more.

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  7. Happier Than a Pig in MudAugust 25, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    Boy I love cabbage, this sounds great! Love the little jars:@)

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  8. Barbara F.August 25, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    I am with you about keeping summer as long as we can! I love the presentation of this potato salad for a ladies' luncheon, lucky ladies who will be joining you. xo,

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  9. Yellow Rose ArborAugust 25, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    Cute serving idea! I've never heard of combining slaw and potato salad! Sounds good, maybe I'll try it! I love potato salad, and I love slaw!

    Katherine

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  10. Gypsy HeartAugust 25, 2011 at 5:11 PM

    Such an interesting recipe and looks so good! I just love having individual servings don't you? I will definitely try this.

    Well, I am counting the days on the calendar and praying for cooler temps ~ this brutal heat has been horrendous. I am never sad to see summer end, however, this year even more so. I hope that you can enjoy the weather you're having! :-)

    xo
    Pat

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  11. Gypsy HeartAugust 25, 2011 at 5:11 PM

    Such an interesting recipe and looks so good! I just love having individual servings don't you? I will definitely try this.

    Well, I am counting the days on the calendar and praying for cooler temps ~ this brutal heat has been horrendous. I am never sad to see summer end, however, this year even more so. I hope that you can enjoy the weather you're having! :-)

    xo
    Pat

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  12. Designs By PinkyAugust 25, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    This sounds fabulous! I love potato salad!!!! I have copied and will print this one, THANKS! XO, Pinky

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  13. ButterYumAugust 25, 2011 at 6:45 PM

    What an interesting potato salad... I can't quite imagine how it tastes. I love your presentation in the small canning jars.

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  14. SavoringTime in the KitchenAugust 25, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    Yes, I am trying to hang onto every day and the weather has been almost perfect here this past week.

    It's so interesting you mentioned church cookbooks. I was just looking through some church cookbooks that I took from my MIL's home when she couldn't live alone anymore - some of which contain recipes from my husband's grandmother. More about that soon :)

    This potato salad recipe sounds delicious. I love your presentation and photos, Jacqueline!

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  15. xinexAugust 25, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    The potato salad looks yummy, Jacqueline, and I love your presentation...Christine

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  16. PondsideAugust 25, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    I love your presentation.
    Potato Salad is one of my favorites!

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  17. Sweet MeanderingsAugust 26, 2011 at 5:57 AM

    Thanks for leaving a comment! No, we haven't meant Jack and Doreen yet but we still haven't met a lot of people in the park yet. A lot of people are gone for the summer right now too. I'm still exploring your blog and there are so many recipes I want to try! Where do I begin?!
    Candy

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  18. It's meAugust 26, 2011 at 6:39 AM

    Yammie...delicious!!!!...enjoy weekend darling...love from me....xxx...

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  19. ~ ~ Ahrisha ~ ~August 26, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    Daring and different> I can't wait to try this one.
    ~ ~Ahrisha~ ~

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  20. Laura Ingalls GunnAugust 26, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    You know this does really sound quite good! :)

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  21. EileenAugust 26, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    How wonderful! This sounds and looks delicious. And I love the presentation.

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  22. PamAugust 26, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    What a delicious sounding potato salad and gorgeous photos as usual too!

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  23. yvetteAugust 26, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    Beautifully presented, I'll go back abd have a look at your previous post. A delicious fresh potato salad sings Summer living! A great idea!

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  24. A Hint of HomeAugust 26, 2011 at 5:01 PM

    I've never put slaw in potato salad but it looks delicious.
    Loved looking around your blog. Thanks for popping in to see me!

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  25. TanyaAugust 26, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    What a wonderful take on an old favourite!

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  26. SueAugust 27, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    Sounds like a winning recipe! Serving it up in the jars is so cute! :) Happy weekend to you:)

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  27. Amish StoriesAugust 28, 2011 at 7:08 AM

    Good morning from Lebanon counties Amish community. Richard from Amish Stories.

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  28. JoyceeAugust 28, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    This sounds delicious! I am so tired of the same old, same old... can't wait to try this, and I'm sharing on Facebook~

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  29. Mona Thompson Providence Ltd.August 29, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    Will definitely try this....probably share it for a Sunday Supper on the blog.

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  30. TanyaAugust 29, 2011 at 3:55 PM

    Thanks for sharing the recipe. I made some as a side for dinner tonight and it was delicious! I crumbled bacon and green onions on top.

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  31. Yvonne @ StoneGableAugust 29, 2011 at 7:24 PM

    This is a oh-la-la potato salad! Love all the healthy ingredients. I am going to use your fabulous serving idea! Those little jars are marvelous!
    Thanks for bringing a french flair to ON THE MENU MONDAY!
    Yvonne

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  32. A Gracious HomeAugust 30, 2011 at 5:05 AM

    Sounds great and looks beautiful. I will have to try it. I'm a new follower. Doylene

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