Shelly's Recipe

WASABI POTATO SALAD

Category: Potato Salads

8 medium potatoes (about 2 2/3 lbs)
8 slices bacon (optional)
2 cups mayonnaise
2 tbsp prepared white horseradish
1 to 2 tbsp wasabi paste
1 tbsp Dijon-style mustard
1 1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tbsp sniped chives
2 tbsp finely chopped parsley

Cut the potatoes into 1-inch pieces. In medium pan, add potatoes to 2 inches boiling water. Return to a boil; reduce heat to medium. Cook, covered, about 12 minutes or until tender; drain and cool.

If using bacon, fry it until crisp. Drain bacon on paper towels; reserve pan drippings. Cut bacon into small pieces and set aside.

In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, 1/4 cup reserved bacon drippings, if using, horseradish, wasabi, mustard, salt and pepper until blended. Add the potatoes, optional bacon, celery, onion, chives and parsley, tossing carefully until combined. Cover and refrigerate till ready to serve. Makes 8 servings.