Grandma's Potluck German Potato Salad
Tender, warm sliced potatoes are tossed in a rich, sweet, and tangy dressing made from real bacon drippings, vinegar, and a touch of sugar.
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Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 192kcal
Cost: $10.00
Equipment
- 2 large spoon
- 1 large saucepan
- 1 small saucepan
- 1 drainer
- 1 whisk
- 1 knife
Ingredients
- 3 lbs small Yukon Gold potatoes unpeeled (about 10)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- ½ cup white vinegar
- ¼ tsp pepper
- 2 celery ribs, chopped
- ½ lb bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 Tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Place the potatoes in a large saucepan. Add water to cover. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for about 12 to 15 minute or just until tender
- Add the onion and celery and continue cooking until the vegetables are tender for about 5 minutes longer. Drain and then set it aside.
- In a small saucepan whisk together the next 6 ingredients, the vinegar, pepper, sugar, water and the cornstarch. Bring to a boil and cook until thickened about 2 to 4 minutes.
- When cool enough to handle. Slice the potatoes, and return the potatoes to the large saucepan with the celery and onions.
- Add the vinegar mixture. Tossing to combine. (You can do this with tongs or just the 2 big spoons as if mixing a salad.)
- Add the bacon. Simmer the mixture for about 10 to 12 minutes or until heated through. Serve warm.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Grandma's Potluck German Potato Salad
Serving Size
1 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
192
% Daily Value*
Fat
2
g
3
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Cholesterol
5
mg
2
%
Sodium
179
mg
8
%
Carbohydrates
37
g
12
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
13
g
14
%
Protein
5
g
10
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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