Mashed Potato Salad
2 1/2 pounds potatoes (4 cups mashed potatoes)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 Tbsp cider vinegar
1 tsp salt
white pepper to taste
3/4 cup chopped pimiento stuffed green olives
3/4 cup diced celery
1/4 cup diced scallion (green onion), with part of green top included
Pare potatoes, cover with boiling water and bring to a boil.
Cover and boil until tender; drain.
Put through a food mill or mash your favorite way – there should be about 4 cups.
Add remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly; taste and add more salt if desired.
Serve warm garnished with parsley and extra olives; or serve cold garnished with
lettuce and extra olives.
Makes 6 to 8 servings.
Source: Associated Press Food Editor Cecily Brownstone, July 7, 1971.