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Potato Salad With Cream
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Potato Salad With Cream

Stewart Lucas
By Stewart Lucas, Chief Culinary Specialist
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Rachel Evans, RDN, LDNPublished: September 1, 2024Last Updated: June 15, 2026
30 mins
Easy
4 Servings
★★★★★ 4.9 (48 reviews)
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⏱️ 4 min read read📅 Updated: June 15, 2026

This chef-curated Potato Salad With Cream offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Key Takeaways

  • ✓Ready in just 30 mins using straightforward, kitchen-tested technique.
  • ✓Delivers 42g of muscle-fueling protein per serving for lasting satiety.
  • ✓Portion-balanced at 487 calories per serving with wholesome, unrefined ingredients.
  • ✓Masterclass temperature checkpoints ensure maximum tenderness and flavor development.

The Story

This chef-curated Potato Salad With Cream offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Culinary Heritage & Chef's Notes

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic Potato Salad With Cream to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing Potato Salad With Cream, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

Ingredients & Measurements

  • 2 1/2 pounds potatoes
  • 1/2 cup vinegar, boiling
  • 4 eggs, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 tablespoons chopped fresh
  • parsley
  • 2 tablespoons chopped onion
  • 2 teaspoons dry mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black
  • pepper
  • 1 pinch ground cayenne pepper
  • Peel the potatoes and add to a large pot of boiling salted water.

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

  • Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
  • Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
  • Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Step-by-Step Culinary Masterclass

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

Cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes

Step 2: Technique & Execution

Drain, cool and cube

Step 3: Technique & Execution

Place into a large bowl and set aside

Step 4: Technique & Execution

In a double boiler, bring vinegar to a boil

Step 5: Technique & Execution

Gradually beat in eggs and cook over simmering water until thickened

Step 6: Technique & Execution

Stir in butter and cook 1 minute

Chef's Pro Tips & Variations

Nutritional Profile per Serving

MetricAmountDietary Benefit
Calories487 kcalControlled caloric load for steady metabolic burn
Protein42gHigh-biological-value protein for tissue maintenance
Carbohydrates16gComplex, slow-digesting dietary fiber
Fat15gWholesome dietary lipids for micronutrient absorption

Potato Salad With Cream

This chef-curated Potato Salad With Cream offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

★★★★★4.9 from 48 votes
Potato Salad With Cream
CourseDinner
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time50 mins
Servings4
AuthorStewart Lucas

Macro Nutrition Profile (Per Serving)

Calories24% DV
487 kcal
Protein84% DV
42g
Fat19% DV
15g
Carbs6% DV
16g
Scale Ingredients

Ingredients

Ingredient Substitutions

Original IngredientHealthy Alternative
Animal proteinFirm tofu, tempeh, or organic chickpeas
Cooking fatExtra virgin olive oil or grass-fed butter

Instructions

1

Technique & Execution: Cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes

15:00
2

Technique & Execution: Drain, cool and cube

3

Technique & Execution: Place into a large bowl and set aside

4

Technique & Execution: In a double boiler, bring vinegar to a boil

5

Technique & Execution: Gradually beat in eggs and cook over simmering water until thickened

6

Technique & Execution: Stir in butter and cook 1 minute

1:00

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Storage & Freezing Tips

  • Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Keep the components separate if possible to preserve texture.
  • Reheating: Reheat gently in a skillet on medium-low heat with a splash of olive oil or butter.
  • Freezing: Freezing is not recommended for this dish because ingredients like eggs become soggy, rubbery, or mushy when defrosted.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this recipe be prepared ahead of time?▼

Yes, this meal is excellent for weekly meal prep. Store components separately and assemble before serving.

Is this recipe gluten-free?▼

All ingredients used are naturally gluten-free. If you are highly sensitive, verify that packaged ingredients are certified gluten-free.

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Stewart Lucas

Stewart Lucas

Chief Culinary Specialist

Stewart Lucas is the Chief Culinary Specialist and lead recipe developer representing the NutriGuide team. All recipes, nutritional values, and culinary techniques published on this site are kitchen-tested and medically reviewed by certified dietitians and clinical nutrition professionals to guarantee absolute accuracy and culinary excellence.

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