Step 1

Scrub potatoes, if necessary. Boil, steam or microwave potatoes until tender; drain. Cool, slice potatoes coarsely.

Step 2

Hard-boil eggs, place eggs in cold water; bring to the boil and boil for 5 minutes, then drain. Immediately put them in cold water and stand a few minutes before peeling. Slice egg thinly.

Step 3

Place potato and egg in large bowl. Combine mayonnaise and chives with warm water; stir until smooth. Pour dressing over potato and egg; toss gently to combine.