How to Cook German Potato Salad in 5 Minutes

Are you ready to dive into a bowl of deliciousness? Hold onto your forks, because we’re taking a trip to flavor town with an Old Fashioned German Potato Salad! This isn’t just any potato salad; it’s a family favorite that’s sure to have grandma shaking her head in approval. Grab your stretchy pants because this recipe is as hearty as it is tasty!

Old Fashioned German Potato Salad

This dish is a scrumptious mix of tender potatoes, zesty dressing, and a love that will make your heart (and stomach) sing!

Old Fashioned German Potato Salad

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds of Yukon gold potatoes
  • 1 cup of cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 1 medium red onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup of apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon of sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish (optional, but who doesn’t like a little greenery?)

Instructions

  1. Boil those spuds: Start by washing and cutting your Yukon gold potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Boil them in salted water until they’re tender but still hold their shape, about 10-15 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.
  2. Bacon time! While your potatoes are doing their thing, fry up the bacon until crispy. Once done, let it cool and then crumble it into pieces. Make sure to save some grease for the dressing the bacon gods would approve of!
  3. Mix your magic: In a large bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, vegetable oil, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper. This is the zesty potion that will make your potatoes dance!
  4. Combine: Toss the cooled potatoes gently in the dressing, then fold in the diced red onion and crumbled bacon. Make sure every potato is fully embraced by that sour and savory goodness!
  5. Chill out: Let the salad sit in the fridge for at least an hour. This wait helps all the flavors mingle like guests at a good party!
  6. Serve it up: Garnish with chopped parsley before serving, because presentation matters! Dig in and enjoy each bite of this nostalgic dish!

Now that you’re armed with this delightful recipe, go ahead and boast about your culinary prowess to your friends. Just remember, every scoop is a scoop of happiness!