Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
12 lb

Thick-cut bacon

Cut into 1 inch strips

1 unit

Onion

Sliced

11 unit

Potatoes

Peeled and sliced

3 tbsp

Flour

Rounded

1 cup

Water

None

1 cup

Sugar

None

1 cup

Vinegar

None

1 tbsp

Salt

None

Step 1
~5 min

Cut the bacon into 1-inch strips.

Step 2
~5 min

Fry bacon over medium heat until almost crisp.

Step 3
~5 min

While bacon is frying, boil potatoes (skins on) until cooked, but not soft.

Step 4
~5 min

In a separate pan, mix water, vinegar, and sugar together.

Step 5
~5 min

Heat the water, vinegar, and sugar mixture on low until sugar is dissolved.

Step 6
~5 min

Add sliced onions to the bacon just before it is done.

Step 7
~5 min

Add salt and flour to the undrained bacon/onion mixture.

Step 8
~5 min

Quickly add the prepared water/vinegar/sugar mixture to the bacon and stir into a thick sauce.

Step 9
~5 min

Turn off the frying pan.

Step 10
~5 min

Peel and slice the cooked potatoes.

Step 11
~5 min

Place the sliced potatoes into a large casserole dish.

Step 12
~5 min

Add the sauce to the potatoes and stir to coat evenly.

Step 13
~5 min

Bake in the oven until potatoes are soft.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use Yukon Gold potatoes for a creamier texture.

Adjust the amount of sugar and vinegar to your taste.

For a smokier flavor, use smoked bacon.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with bratwurst or schnitzel.

Pairs well with grilled chicken or pork.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Bratwurst
Schnitzel
Grilled Pork

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Germany

Cultural Significance

Traditional side dish served at gatherings and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Oktoberfest
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Oktoberfest
Summer BBQ
Potluck
Holiday

Popularity Score

75/100

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