CREAMY GERMAN POTATO SALAD

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Have you ever bought marvelous-looking German potato salad, only to discover that it tastes like yesterday's rain? This is my mom's recipe, and it's been a staple in our family for years. The whipping cream makes it taste like no other. -Tracy Zettelmeier, Mukwonago, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 13 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 7

4-1/2 pounds red potatoes (about 18 medium)
1/2 pound bacon strips, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
4 teaspoons all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup cider vinegar
1 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Cut potatoes into 1/2-in. cubes; place in a stock pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until tender., In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 5 tablespoons drippings. Set bacon aside., In the same pan, saute onion in drippings until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually stir in sugar and vinegar. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes until thickened., Remove from the heat; gradually whisk in cream. Set aside. Drain potatoes. Transfer to a large bow; add reserved onion mixture and bacon. Stir gently to coat. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 117mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

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