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Jalapeño Popper Potato Salad

Author: Julie

Ingredients

  • 5 lbs. Yukon Gold Potatoes
  • 2 tsp Salt For boiling potatoes
  • 4-5 Jalapeños Broiled
  • 6 Slices of Bacon Fully cooked and crumbled
  • 1 Cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/2 Cup Softened Cream Cheese
  • 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Mustard
  • 2 tbsp Bacon Grease
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1-2 tsp Salt More if needed
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Pepper
  • 1/2 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Instructions

  • Fill a large pot with water. While the water begins to boil, peel, wash, and dice potatoes. Add potatoes to salted boiling water and cook until fork tender (15-20 minutes).
  • While the potatoes are cooking, broil jalapeños peppers for 10-12 minutes turning half way. When done, cut stems off and take out seeds. Chop jalapeños into small pieces. Set aside.
  • Also while the potatoes are cooking, cook 6 slices of bacon in a large pan. Save the grease once they are fully cooked. Crumble bacon and set aside.
  • Once the potatoes are fully cooked, drain and place in a large mixing bowl. Using a fork, lightly mash the potatoes (they will continue to mash as you mix in ingredients).
  • To the potatoes, add mayo, softened cream cheese, vinegar, mustard, and bacon grease. Mix well.
  • Next, add garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix.
  • Finally, add chopped deseeded jalapeños, crumbled bacon, and cheddar cheese. Mix.
  • Taste test and add more salt if needed. You can also add more mayo or softened cream cheese if you want more creaminess.