hot german potato salad, the best.

Name: Hot German Potato Salad, The BEST.
Prep time: 2 h
Cook time: 1 h 30 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: German
Ingredients: 2 1/2 pound(s) russet potatoes; 1 pound(s) bacon crumbled; 1 large onion chopped; 3 tablespoon(s) bacon grease/drippings & crumbles in pan; 2 tablespoon(s) butter; 3-4 tablespoon(s) flour (i use wondra); 1/3 cup(s) sugar; 2/3 cup(s) cider vinegar; 2 - eggs beaten; 1 cup(s) water; - salt and pepper

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Erin Lyle

Aurora, IL

Updated on Sep 12, 2013

This recipe came from Grandma Reinagel in 1965. My mom served this at least once a month and as kids, my siblings and I were not fond of it. As we got older, and our taste buds changed, it became a favorite! In the winter she served it with pork roast, in the summer she served it with bbq ribs/pork chops. My husband wouldn't touch German Potato Salad until he tried this. It's really Yummy! NOTE: Please read through all ingredients and directions before starting. The sauce will separate if not done correctly. Please contact me with any questions.

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prep time 2 Hr

cook time 1 Hr 30 Min

method No-Cook or Other

yield 6-8 serving(s)

Ingredients

2 1/2 pounds russet potatoes
1 pound bacon crumbled
1 large onion chopped
3 tablespoons bacon grease/drippings & crumbles in pan
2 tablespoons butter
3-4 tablespoons flour (i use wondra)
1/3 cup sugar
2/3 cup cider vinegar
2 - eggs beaten
1 cup water
- salt and pepper

How To Make hot german potato salad, the best.

Step 1

Fry, drain & crumble bacon, leave the listed amount of drippings in the frying pan. Boil potatoes until just fork tender, drain, peel and cut into medium chunks/slices. Layer potatoes, onion, bacon and salt & pepper in a large bowl (we like lots of pepper). Set aside.

Step 2

Measure out the sugar & cider vinegar. Mix the eggs in the cup of water. Have these ingredients lined up in this order, get your whisk and you're ready to make the sauce.
Step 3

Over medium heat, heat the bacon drippings, add the butter. When melted add the flour stirring constantly, scraping up the bacon bits and mixing well, making a roux. Add the sugar and continue stirring until mixture in the pan is a nice tan color (the color and consistency of peanut butter.) Stir, stir because it will burn easily.
Step 4

Slowly add the vinegar whisking more vigorously until all the lumps are gone. Set on low heat, add the egg mixture whisking until mixture has set.
Step 5

Pour sauce over potatoes and ingredients in bowl. Toss gently until well covered. Serve warm and enjoy!
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