Bacon Ranch Potato Salad

Name: Bacon Ranch Potato Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 2 lb. baby red potatoes, halved (or quartered if large); 6 slices bacon; 1 oz. 1 16-oz. tub sour cream; Juice of 2 lemons; 1/2 package ranch seasoning; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 c. shredded cheddar; 1/2 c. freshly chopped chives

By Lindsay FunstonUpdated: Aug 21, 2018

Approved by the Delish Test Kitchen

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Yields:

Prep Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 20 mins

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Bacon and ranch make everything better. That's the rule we follow at Delish — and potato salad is no exception. This is the perfect side dish for any backyard BBQ, whether it be Memorial Day or LDW.

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Directions

1. Step 1In a large pot of boiling water, cook potatoes until fork tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water, then transfer to a large bowl.
2. Step 2Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy, 8 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate, then crumble.
3. Step 3In a small bowl, stir together sour cream, lemon juice, and ranch seasoning. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Step 4Add sour cream mixture to potatoes and toss until combined. Add cheddar, chives, and cooked bacon and toss until combined.
5. Step 5Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.