Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 lb

red potatoes

quartered

8 slice

OSCAR MAYER Fully Cooked Bacon

crumbled

1 tbsp

unsalted butter

melted

0.5 cup

yellow onion

diced

0.33 cup

HEINZ Apple Cider Vinegar

0.5 tsp

minced garlic

minced

2 tbsp

sugar

1 tbsp

GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

black pepper

Step 1
~3 min

Quarter each potato and place in a pot of boiling water.

Key Technique: Boiling
Step 2
~3 min

Cook 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 3
~3 min

While potatoes are cooking, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 4
~3 min

Add diced yellow onion to the skillet and sauté for at least 5 minutes, or until softened.

Step 5
~3 min

Stir in apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, sugar, and Dijon mustard into the skillet.

Step 6
~3 min

Cook the mixture on low heat for 1 minute, stirring continuously.

Step 7
~3 min

Drain the cooked potatoes and place them in a large bowl.

Step 8
~3 min

Add the crumbled OSCAR MAYER Fully Cooked Bacon to the bowl with the potatoes.

Step 9
~3 min

Pour the liquid mixture from the skillet over the potatoes and bacon.

Step 10
~3 min

Stir gently until the potatoes and bacon are well coated with the dressing.

Step 11
~3 min

Season the potato salad to taste with salt and pepper.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a creamier salad, add a dollop of mayonnaise.

Add chopped celery for extra crunch.

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled sausages or pork chops.

Pairs well with a crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Sausages
Pork Chops
Bratwurst

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Germany

Cultural Significance

Traditional side dish served during family gatherings and festivals.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Oktoberfest
Christmas
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Oktoberfest
Picnic
BBQ
Family Gathering
Potluck

Popularity Score

70/100

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