Emeril Shares 'Favorite' Potato Salad

June 20, 2008 — -- With "Good Morning America's" great Potato Salad Challenge underway, Emeril Lagasse shares his own secrets to liven up this standard dish — beginning with his personal favorite.

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Emeril's Favorite Potato Salad

Makes About 8 Servings

Ingredients:

Directions:

Place the potatoes in a medium saucepan and add enough water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook until the potatoes are just tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Drain, cool, then cut the potatoes into halves (or quarters if large).

In a large mixing bowl combine potatoes with all remaining ingredients and gently toss to combine. Refrigerate the salad several hours before serving to allow flavors to blend.

Spicy Dill Pickle Potato Salad

Makes 6-8 Servings

Ingredients:

Directions:

In a large pot, combine the potatoes with 1 teaspoon of salt and enough water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer until the potatoes are fork tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.

In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, mustard, pickle juice and hot sauce. Add the garlic, dill, remaining ½ teaspoon of salt, pepper, and cayenne, and whisk to combine. Place the potatoes in a large bowl and add the dressing, tossing to coat evenly. Add the eggs, pickles, onions and toss to combine. Adjust seasoning, to taste.

Refrigerate until cool, 2 to 3 hours, before serving.