Dijon Potato Salad With Green Beans

BakinBaby's Note:

low on the mayo and full of summer bean flavor. this dish comes from foodnetwork, D.Lieberman. Great way to use up fresh green beans and taters.

• Total Time: 45 mins
• Prep Time: 35 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• 3 lbs yukon gold potatoes (or baby white's)
• 1 lb green beans (trimmed)
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (whole grain)
• 1 shallot (minced)
• 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• fresh black pepper (20-30 grinds)
• 1⁄3; cup parsley (finely chopped)

Directions:

1. Place potaotes in a large pot, cover with cold water, salt, bring to boil until potaotes are fork tender; about 20 min., drain rinse under cold water.
2. Bring another pot of salt water to boil, add beans, cook 5-8 minute or until they turn bright green, strain, and run them under cold water to stop cooking.
3. In a mixing bowl combine remaining ingredients, whisk until smooth.
4. Cut potatoes in half lengthwise ,then into rough 1 ince chunks, cut beans in half, toss potato chunks in the dressing and then toss in beans and parsley.
5. Serve cold or warm.