My Grandma's Anise Potato Salad

This is the basic recipe my gram used to use to make her potato salad. It sounds odd, but the anise is really good in this dish.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 380 Calories

Ingredients

• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 bunch green onions, chopped
• ½ teaspoon anise seed
• 1 cup mayonnaise, or to taste
• 6 medium baking potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 4 hard-cooked eggs sliced, for garnish
• 1 dash ground paprika (Optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place potatoes in a saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium heat, and cook until tender, about 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat, drain, and run under cold water to cool. Drain well.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix together the potatoes, celery, onion, mayonnaise, and anise seed. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate until cold. Garnish with sliced hard-cooked eggs, and dust with paprika, if desired.