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German Potato Salad Recipe

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This authentic German Potato Salad recipe features tender potatoes, crispy bacon, and a flavorful vinegar-mustard dressing. A perfect side dish served warm or chilled, ideal for BBQs, holidays, or everyday meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds red potatoes

  • 6 slices bacon

  • 1 small yellow onion, diced

  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

  • 1 tablespoon sugar

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  • Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and slice.

  • Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy. Remove and crumble.

  • Sauté onion in bacon fat until soft.

  • Add vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper to the skillet; stir to combine.

  • Add sliced potatoes and bacon to the skillet; gently toss to coat.

 

  • Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Can be served warm or at room temperature. For a tangier taste, adjust vinegar to preference.

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