MICROWAVE GERMAN POTATO SALAD

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Microwave German Potato Salad has big flavor for a quick salad. "The first time I tried this easy side dish I was impressed and had to have the recipe," recalls Barbara Erdmann of West Allis, Wisconsin. "That's what happens to most people who taste it. It's a time-saver when I need a salad for a summer get-together."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 pounds red potatoes, cooked and sliced
3 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
6 bacon strips, diced
2 tablespoons sugar
4 teaspoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup milk

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, eggs, onion and celery; set aside. Place bacon in a microwave-safe bowl; cover and microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir. Microwave 2-3 minutes longer or until the bacon is crisp, stirring after each minute. , Remove bacon to paper towel to drain; reserve 2 tablespoons drippings. Stir the sugar, flour, vinegar, salt and pepper into drippings until smooth; gradually add milk. , Microwave on high for 3-4 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes until thickened. Pour over potato mixture; toss. Top with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 320mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.