Follow these steps for perfect results
potatoes
boiled in jackets
bacon
crisp
onion
chopped
flour
sugar
salt
celery seed
pepper
water
vinegar
Boil potatoes until tender.
Peel potatoes and slice thin.
Fry bacon until crisp.
Drain bacon on paper towel and crumble.
Chop onion.
Saute onions in bacon fat until golden brown.
In a separate bowl, blend together flour, sugar, salt, pepper, and celery seed.
Add the flour mixture to the onions.
Cook over low heat, stirring until smooth.
Stir in water and vinegar.
Heat to boil, stirring constantly.
Boil for 1 minute.
Pour the dressing over sliced potatoes.
Crumble bacon on top.
Serve warm.
Expert advice for the best results
For a creamier salad, add a dollop of mayonnaise or sour cream.
Add chopped fresh parsley or chives for extra flavor.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made a day ahead.
Serve in a bowl or on a platter, garnished with crumbled bacon and fresh herbs.
Serve as a side dish with grilled meats or sausages.
Serve as part of a buffet spread.
Serve with a side of crusty bread.
Crisp and refreshing to cut through the richness
Its acidity complements the salad's tanginess
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Popular side dish at German gatherings and picnics.
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