BACON POTATO SALAD

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"My family requests this potato salad whenever we go on picnics. It's a well-seasoned salad that gets a slight smoky flavor from the addition of bacon," says Charlotte McDaniel of Williamsville, Illinois.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2-1/4 pounds red potatoes (about 8 medium)
1/2 pound sliced bacon, diced
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1 teaspoon celery seed
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 20-25 minutes or until tender. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. , Drain potatoes. When cool enough to handle, peel and cut into cubes. Place in a large bowl. Add the onion, vinegar, celery seed, salt, pepper, bacon and reserved drippings; toss gently. Cool to room temperature. Fold in mayonnaise. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355 calories, Fat 27g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 529mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

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