Authentic German Potato Salad

This is different from an American potato salad which is classically prepared with mayonnaise. In the Germancuisine, a potato salad has a wonderful bacon flavor, but the potato is the star. Variety is wonderful. Vive la difference!

• 2 pounds potatoes
• 3 hard boiled eggs, chopped
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 celery rib, chopped
• 1/4 pound bacon
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup vinegar

METHOD

Boil potatoes in jackets until tender, about 25 - 30 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.

Peel and cut in cubes or rounds. Add onion, eggs, and celery.

Fry bacon, blot with paper towels, and crumble. Using a whisk, blend flour, salt, and pepper in bacon drippings. Slowly add vinegar and water, and simmer until slightly thickened. (Consistency should be that of a sauce,not a gravy.)

Pour over potatoes, add bacon, and toss gently. Allow to sit for a few hours before serving. Add more liquid if needed before serving warmed or at room temperature.

Serves 6.

This recipe from www.inmamaskitchen.com

Contributor: Nan Schreier for Rita Schreier

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