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Whole Hog Potato Salad Recipe

Whole Hog Potato Salad Recipe

I make this Whole Hog Potato Salad when I want a creamy, ranch-style BBQ side that everyone loves. It’s rich, smoky from bacon, tangy, and always better after chilling a few hours.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: BBQ, Southern
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ½ pounds Red potatoes Scrubbed clean
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar Balances tang
  • 1 teaspoon Ranch dressing mix Dry
  • 1 cup Bacon Cooked and crumbled
  • ½ cup Green onions Chopped
  • ⅓ cup Chives Finely chopped
  • 2 cups Sour cream Full-fat
  • 2 cups Mayonnaise Not salad dressing
  • — — White vinegar Small splash

Equipment

  • Baking sheet For baking potatoes
  • Large mixing bowl Mixing potatoes
  • Medium bowl Mixing dressing
  • Sharp knife Cutting potatoes
  • Cutting board Prep surface
  • Spoon or spatula Gentle mixing

Method
 

Step 1
  1. I preheat my oven to 350°F and bake the red potatoes for about one hour, until they’re fork-tender but still hold their shape.
    Whole Hog Potato Salad Recipe
Step 2
  1. I let the potatoes cool just enough to handle, then cut them into bite-size chunks while they’re still warm.
    Whole Hog Potato Salad Recipe
Step 3
  1. I place the warm potatoes into a large bowl and sprinkle over the garlic powder, black pepper, parsley, salt, sugar, and ranch dressing mix, gently tossing to coat.
    Whole Hog Potato Salad Recipe
Step 4
  1. I fold in the crumbled bacon, green onions, and chives, saving a little for topping later.
    Whole Hog Potato Salad Recipe
Step 5
  1. In a separate bowl, I mix the sour cream, mayonnaise, and a small splash of vinegar until smooth and creamy.
    Whole Hog Potato Salad Recipe
Step 6
  1. I pour the dressing over the potatoes and gently mix until everything is evenly coated, being careful not to mash the potatoes.
    Whole Hog Potato Salad Recipe
Step 7
  1. I cover the bowl and refrigerate the potato salad for at least 2 hours so the flavors can come together.
    Whole Hog Potato Salad Recipe

Notes

I usually make this potato salad the night before because it tastes even better the next day. I don’t recommend freezing it since the creamy dressing can separate. If it looks a little thick after chilling, I just stir in a spoon of sour cream before serving.