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hot german potato salad, the best.

(1 rating)
ErinLyle avatar
Recipe by
Erin Lyle
@ErinLyle
Aurora, IL

This recipe came from Grandma Reinagel in 1965. My mom served this at least once a month and as kids, my siblings and I were not fond of it. As we got older, and our taste buds changed, it became a favorite! In the winter she served it with pork roast, in the summer she served it with bbq ribs/pork chops. My husband wouldn't touch German Potato Salad until he tried this. It's really Yummy! NOTE: Please read through all ingredients and directions before starting. The sauce will separate if not done correctly. Please contact me with any questions.

(1 rating)
yield 6 -8
prep time 2 Hr
cook time 1 Hr 30 Min
method No-Cook or Other

Ingredients For hot german potato salad, the best.

  • 2 1/2 lb
    russet potatoes
  • 1 lb
    bacon crumbled
  • 1 lg
    onion chopped
  • 3 Tbsp
    bacon grease/drippings & crumbles in pan
  • 2 Tbsp
    butter
  • 3-4 Tbsp
    flour (i use wondra)
  • 1/3 c
    sugar
  • 2/3 c
    cider vinegar
  • 2
    eggs beaten
  • 1 c
    water
  • salt and pepper

How To Make hot german potato salad, the best.

  • 1
    Fry, drain & crumble bacon, leave the listed amount of drippings in the frying pan. Boil potatoes until just fork tender, drain, peel and cut into medium chunks/slices. Layer potatoes, onion, bacon and salt & pepper in a large bowl (we like lots of pepper). Set aside.
  • 2
    Measure out the sugar & cider vinegar. Mix the eggs in the cup of water. Have these ingredients lined up in this order, get your whisk and you're ready to make the sauce.
  • 3
    Over medium heat, heat the bacon drippings, add the butter. When melted add the flour stirring constantly, scraping up the bacon bits and mixing well, making a roux. Add the sugar and continue stirring until mixture in the pan is a nice tan color (the color and consistency of peanut butter.) Stir, stir because it will burn easily.
  • 4
    Slowly add the vinegar whisking more vigorously until all the lumps are gone. Set on low heat, add the egg mixture whisking until mixture has set.
  • 5
    Pour sauce over potatoes and ingredients in bowl. Toss gently until well covered. Serve warm and enjoy!
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