Traditional German Potato Salad
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Traditional German Potato Salad
Yield: Makes 6 to 8 servings
Ingredients:
2-1/2
pounds red potatoes
1/4
pound bacon, cut into small pieces
1/2
medium onion, finely chopped
1/2
cup cider vinegar
1/4
cup water
1
tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon sugar
1
teaspoon salt
1
teaspoon brown mustard seeds
1
teaspoon mustard
2
tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
1
teaspoon paprika
Preparation:
1.
Place potatoes in large saucepan. Add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 20 to 30 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender. Drain. Let potatoes cool. Peel potatoes and cut into 1/4-inch pieces; set aside.
2.
Cook bacon in medium skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove with slotted spoon. Crumble into small bowl; set aside.
3.
Cook and stir onion in 3 tablespoons bacon drippings until tender.
4.
Combine vinegar, water, sugar, salt, mustard seeds and mustard in large bowl. Add potatoes and bacon; toss until well coated. Garnish with parsley. Sprinkle with paprika. Serve hot or cold.
Note:
This salad contains no eggs or mayonnaise and will keep well for picnics and other outdoor meals.
This recipe appears in: European
