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Warm German Potato Salad

Tender Yukon Gold potatoes tossed in a warm, tangy bacon dressing with sweet onions and fresh parsley.

35 minEasyServes 4260 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, sliced
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
  • 1 cup yellow onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place 2 lbs sliced Yukon Gold potatoes in a large pot, cover with water, and boil for 12 to 15 minutes until fork tender, then drain.

  2. 2

    Fry 6 slices chopped thick-cut bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy and cooked to 160F internal temperature, then transfer bacon to paper towels and keep drippings in skillet.

  3. 3

    Add 1 cup diced yellow onion to the reserved bacon fat and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until soft.

  4. 4

    Whisk 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup water, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 2 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper into the skillet and bring to a simmer.

  5. 5

    Fold warm Yukon Gold potatoes and crisp thick-cut bacon into the warm dressing, garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and serve warm.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Warm German Potato Salad reach?

For Warm German Potato Salad, the target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 2. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What can I use instead of Dijon mustard in Warm German Potato Salad?

The entry for Warm German Potato Salad calls for 2 tsp Dijon mustard. In its place: Whole-grain or yellow mustard with a few drops of white wine vinegar. Yellow is milder, so use a little more.

Can I use turkey bacon instead of bacon in Warm German Potato Salad?

Yes. Turkey bacon renders almost no fat, so add a tablespoon of oil wherever the method counts on the drippings. As written, the entry for Warm German Potato Salad uses 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped.

Is Warm German Potato Salad gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Warm German Potato Salad is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the mustard.

How many calories are in Warm German Potato Salad?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 260 calories, with 6 g protein, 32 g carbohydrate and 12 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 480 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Warm German Potato Salad keep?

The base of Warm German Potato Salad is potatoes, which holds up: it keeps three to four days refrigerated and tastes better after a few hours, once the dressing has soaked in. Hold back a spoonful of dressing to freshen it before serving. It does not freeze.

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