Classic German Potato Salad

Total Time:Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Recipe by Mae Wagners, Pickerington, Ohio

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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Updated on Oct. 24, 2022

This potato salad is a classic side for any German meal.—Mae Wagners, Pickerington, Ohio

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Classic German Potato Salad

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Yield:12 servings
Prep:10 min
Cook:20 min
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Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 to 2 pounds bacon
  • 3-1/2 pounds potatoes, boiled, peeled and diced (about 7 cups)
  • 1-1/2 cups chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1-1/2 cups water
  • 1/4 cup cider vinegar
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup half-and-half cream
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Directions

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    In a large skillet, cook the bacon until crisp. Drain, reserving 3 tablespoons drippings. Crumble bacon. In a large bowl, toss bacon with potatoes and onion; set aside. In the drippings, combine flour and sugar. Combine water, vinegar, salt and pepper; stir into skillet. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Stir in cream. Pour over potato mixture; toss gently to coat. Serve warm.
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