Potato Salad with Basil-Buttermilk Dressing
Posted by: Elaine Sat, 8 May 2004, at 6:01 a.m.


1 1/3 cups fresh basil leaves -- packed
1 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup mayonnaise
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
5 lb small red potatoes -- unpeeled
1 1/3 cups green onions -- sliced

Combine first 3 ingredients in container of an electric
blender (or use a hand blender). Process until basil is
finely chopped; pour mixture into a small bowl. Add salt and pepper; stir well. Cover and chill.

Place potatoes in a large dutch oven. Cover with water,
and bring to a boil. Partially cover, reduce heat, and
simmer 25 minutes or until tender. Drain potatoes, and
let cool. Cut each potato in half crosswise; cut each
half in 4 wedges. Place potato wedges in a large bowl;
add basil mixture and green onions, tossing gently to
coat. Cover and chill.