Follow these steps for perfect results
potatoes
medium
eggs
hard-cooked
bacon
onion salt
pickles
diced
mayonnaise
vinegar
salt
pepper
Boil potatoes until soft.
Let potatoes cool completely.
While potatoes cool, hard-cook eggs.
Cook bacon until crisp.
Dice the cooked bacon.
Dice the hard-cooked eggs.
Dice the pickles.
Once potatoes are cool enough to handle, dice them.
In a large bowl, combine diced potatoes, diced eggs, diced pickles, and diced bacon.
Add onion salt, mayonnaise, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
Mix all ingredients well until combined.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
Expert advice for the best results
For a sweeter salad, add a teaspoon of sugar to the dressing.
Use red potatoes for a firmer texture.
Add chopped celery for extra crunch.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made 1-2 days in advance
Serve in a bowl, garnished with a sprinkle of paprika.
Serve cold as a side dish.
Pairs well with grilled meats and sausages.
Crisp and refreshing
Slightly sweet
Discover the story behind this recipe
A common side dish served at picnics and gatherings in Germany.
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