German Potato Salad
German potato salad is a delicious main dish or tasty side with any entrèe. Serve it warm, at room temperature, or even cold!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds potatoes (yellow or red)
- 8 slices bacon (uncooked)
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- ½ cup vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- ⅓ cup white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons parsley
Directions
- 1
Scrub the potatoes (do not peel) and cut potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook until tender, about 10-15 minutes. Drain well.
- 2
Meanwhile, in a 10-inch skillet over medium high heat, add the bacon and cook until crisp. Turn the heat down to medium low and transfer the bacon to a paper towel lined plate reserving the grease in the skillet. Add the onion to the bacon drippings and until tender, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Whisk in the broth, vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper. Simmer over medium heat while whisking for 2 to 3 minutes.
- 4
In a large bowl, combine the warm potatoes, dressing, parsley, and half of the bacon. Toss to combine, season with additional salt and pepper if desired. Rest at least 1 hour before serving.
- 5
Top with the remaining crumbled bacon and serve warm or room temperature.