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Food on Facebook: Loaded Baked Potato Salad

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Loaded Baked Potato Salad


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Ingredients

2 pounds potatoes, diced (optionally peeled)

1 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)

1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

6 green onions, sliced

6 strips bacon, cut into 1 inch pieces

1 tablespoon lemon juice (~1/2 small lemon) (optional)

salt and pepper to taste


Directions

1. Boil the potatoes in water until just fork tender, about 15-20 minutes, drain and let cool completely. Meanwhile cook the bacon and set aside on pepper towels to drain.

2. Mix everything and let it chill in the fridge to allow the flavors to mingle before serving.

 

Option: Replace some of the sour cream with mayonnaise.

Option: Add broccoli

From Easy Recipes, Healthy Eating Ideas


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