Cook potatoes until tender, then slice or use canned sliced potatoes.

Cook bacon until tender, then chop coarsely.

Coarsely chop the sweet onion.

Sauté the onion in a small amount of bacon grease until tender and clear.

Combine water, vinegar, sugar, and cornstarch in a separate bowl. Mix until dissolved.

Place the liquid mixture in a pan with the onion and bacon.

Heat to a boil, stirring until the mixture thickens.

Add the potatoes and mix everything together. Alternatively, combine all ingredients in a crockpot.

Serve warm and enjoy. Optional: add celery or caraway seeds for flavor.