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Cozy Warm German Potato Salad Recipe with Tangy Bacon Dressing Made Easy

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A comforting and flavorful German potato salad featuring warm potatoes tossed in a tangy bacon dressing, perfect for cozy dinners, potlucks, or barbecues.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900 g) Yukon Gold or red potatoes, washed and cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable or bacon drippings
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon chopped chives
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon celery seed

Instructions

  1. Place 2 pounds (900 g) of cut Yukon Gold or red potatoes in a large pot. Cover with cold, salted water by about an inch. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook potatoes for 12-15 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork but not falling apart. Drain potatoes in a colander and set aside.
  2. While potatoes cook, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 6 chopped slices of thick-cut bacon and cook until crispy, about 7-8 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove bacon bits from the pan, leaving the drippings behind. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  3. In the same skillet with bacon drippings, add 1 small diced yellow onion. Cook over medium heat until translucent and slightly golden, about 5 minutes. Stir frequently to avoid burning.
  4. To the skillet with onions and bacon drippings, stir in 1/4 cup (60 ml) apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard. Whisk gently to combine and warm the dressing for 1-2 minutes, allowing the sugar to dissolve and flavors to meld. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  5. Return the warm, drained potatoes to the skillet or transfer everything to a large mixing bowl. Pour the hot bacon dressing over the potatoes and gently toss to coat. Add the crispy bacon bits and stir well to combine.
  6. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (and optional chives if desired) over the salad. Give it one last gentle toss and taste for seasoning — add more salt or pepper if needed.
  7. Serve warm or at room temperature. Optionally garnish with a few whole bacon slices or a sprinkle of celery seed.

Notes

Do not overcook the potatoes to avoid mushiness. Use warm potatoes when tossing with dressing for better absorption. Save and use bacon drippings for authentic flavor. Adjust vinegar, sugar, and mustard to balance the dressing to your taste. Crisp bacon is essential to avoid greasiness.

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Keywords: German potato salad, warm potato salad, bacon dressing, tangy potato salad, comfort food, easy potato salad, cozy dinner side

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