Tuesday, August 2, 2011

French Potato Salad

original recipe by Lori Valenziano

2 lbs. combination of red and Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into bite sized pieces
6 T white wine vinegar
1 shallot, minced
3 T fresh chives, minced
1 T of any or all of the following herbs:
- tarragon, mint, dill, thyme, parsley
2 T capers, drained
1 T whole grain mustard (I used 2 T to cut back on the vinegar taste)
6 T extra virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper

1. Place the potatoes in a large pot of cold, salted water. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, until the potatoes are fork tender - about 20-25 minutes. Drain.
2. While the potatoes are cooking, whisk together the vinegar, shallots, herbs, capers, and mustard. Add the olive oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking constantly. Taste and adjust with salt and pepper.
3. While the potatoes are still warm, toss with the vinaigrette to combine. Serve at room temperature.