I asked advices from my friend and she said: "I'm guessing that she might increase the things I've had to cut down on to LOSE weight, like full-fat dairy and carbs.
Cheeses, breads, potatoes, pasta, whole eggs, butter, mayonnaise .... so many of my favorites!"
Potato and Green Bean Salad with Mayonnaise
2 pounds red-skinned potatoes, scrubbed and cut in 1-inch pieces
1 1/2 to 2 cups green beans, steamed until tender* and cut in 1-inch lengths
1/2 cup finely chopped sweet onion
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
1 clove garlic, mashed and finely minced
2/3 cup mayonnaise, light or regular, or more, to taste
1 tablespoon dill relish
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh dillweed
salt and pepper, to taste
Put potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender. Drain and let cool completely.
Transfer the cooled potatoes to a large bowl along with the steamed green beans, chopped onion, sliced celery, and garlic.
Lightly toss to blend. Stir in 2/3 cup mayonnaise, relish, lemon juice, the sour cream, dill, and salt and pepper, to taste.
If necessary, add a little more mayonnaise.
Serves 6 to 8.
