When browsing the local supermarket deli counter yesterday I was reminded that the only way they sell potato salad is in clear plastic tubs which go straight in the bin.

Potato salad is one of those side dishes that pretty much goes with anything in my view, particularly nice with smoked or cooked salmon, or grilled chicken breast, or (as I tried it out yesterday) with hot, home made corned beef and onion pie!

There is no need to buy it in a plastic tub because it\’s so quick and easy to make at home, IN MINUTES!

Here is how:-

1 tin of new potatoes,

4 tablespoons good quality mayonnaise,

1-2 teaspoons of herbs, or if you grow them, snipped fresh chives are excellent.

1-2 teaspoons of vinegar.

1. In a bowl stir the herbs into the mayonnaise then add the vinegar.

2. Add to the potatoes and gently coat them in the mayonnaise.

Garnish with a few more herbs sprinkled over the top, and there you have it, potatoes salad in minutes, no plastic tub required.