Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
4 slice

bacon

0.25 cup

butter

0.5 cup

onions

chopped

0.5 cup

green pepper

chopped

1 tbsp

flour

2 tbsp

sugar

1.5 tsp

salt

1.67 cup

pet milk

0.33 cup

cider vinegar

4 cup

potatoes

cooked, sliced, hot

1 tbsp

mustard

dry

0.25 tsp

paprika

to garnish

Step 1
~4 min

Fry bacon until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, reserving bacon fat in the pan.

Step 2
~4 min

Melt butter in the same pan with the bacon fat.

Step 3
~4 min

Add chopped onions and green pepper to the pan and cook until softened.

Step 4
~4 min

In a separate bowl, blend flour, sugar, and salt.

Step 5
~4 min

Add Pet milk to the flour mixture and stir until smooth.

Step 6
~4 min

Pour the milk mixture into the pan with the onions and peppers.

Step 7
~4 min

Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.

Step 8
~4 min

Stir in cider vinegar and dry mustard.

Step 9
~4 min

Slice cooked, hot potatoes.

Step 10
~4 min

Pour the sauce over the sliced potatoes and toss lightly to coat.

Step 11
~4 min

Crumble the fried bacon and sprinkle over the potato salad.

Step 12
~4 min

Garnish with paprika and serve warm.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a smokier flavor, use smoked bacon.

Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a touch of heat.

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm as a side dish.

Pairs well with grilled meats.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Sausages
Bratwurst
Pork Chops

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Germany

Cultural Significance

Traditional side dish often served during Oktoberfest.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Oktoberfest
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Oktoberfest
Holiday
Dinner Party
Potluck

Popularity Score

70/100

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