Cajun Potato Salad

(from saymyname’s recipe box)

Source: Taste of Home

Serves 6 people

Categories: Potatoes, Salad

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs small red potatoes
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onion
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
  • 6 tablespoons cider vinegar, divided
  • 1/2 lb precooked smoked kielbasa or 1/2 lb cajun sausage, sliced
  • 4 -6 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

  1. Cook the potatoes in boiling salted water for 20-30 minutes or until tender; drain.

  2. Rinse with cold water; cool completely.

  3. Cut into 1/4 inch slices; place in a large bowl.

  4. Add onions, parsley, and 3 tablespoons vinegar; toss.

  5. In a medium skillet, cook sausage in oil for 5-10 minutes or until it begins to brown.

  6. Remove with slotted spoon and add to potato mixture.

  7. To drippings in skillet, add mustard, garlic, pepper, cayenne and remaining vinegar; bring to a boil, whisking constantly.

  8. Pour over salad and toss gently.

  9. Serve immediately.

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