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Hello! In last week’s Q & A session, I was asked how to “zhuzh” up potato salad. But here’s the thing: I think potato salad is best when it’s simple. A reader asked for my current recipe, and I’m happy to share it here. Every year I have a new favorite potato salad recipe, and this is the 2024 winner.
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