SLOW-COOKER GERMAN POTATO SALAD

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Here's the dish everyone looks for at our parties, so we always double the recipe. It was handed down from my mother-in-law and has been a family favorite for years. -Stacy Novak, Stafford, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 3h35m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 pounds red potatoes (about 8 medium)
1 pound bacon strips, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
2-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup cider vinegar
2 cups water
Minced fresh chives, optional

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, just until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Drain; cool slightly., In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels, reserving 3 tablespoons drippings., For dressing, saute onion in drippings over medium-high heat until tender, 4-6 minutes. Stir in flour until blended. Stir in sugars, salt and pepper. Gradually stir in vinegar and water; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until slightly thickened, 4-6 minutes., Slice potatoes; place in a greased 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Top with dressing; sprinkle with bacon. Cook, covered, on low until heated through, 3-4 hours. If desired, sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 751mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Setta Mogorosi
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This is my new go-to potato salad recipe.


New House
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5 stars!


cloe gorlovitski
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy potato salad.


Muneeb Ijaz
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing.


Ayesha Asim
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I love the tangy, creamy dressing on this potato salad.


Chanaka Sampath
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This salad is a great side dish for any summer BBQ.


Erick Cruz
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The combination of potatoes, bacon, and dressing is perfect.


Coco Lady
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I've tried other German potato salad recipes before, but this one is by far the best.


G2S RONGOTTI
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This recipe is a keeper. I'll definitely be making it again.


Md Liton Ali
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I added some crumbled bacon to the salad and it was even better.


Saab K
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I'm not usually a fan of potato salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious!


Namiiro Hadijah
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I made this for a picnic and it was a big hit. Everyone raved about the dressing.


Dinesh Pratap Mehara
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This is the best potato salad recipe I've ever tried.


Funmilayo Aina
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly.


Lisa Stanley
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The vinegar and mustard dressing gives this potato salad a unique and flavorful twist.


gabriela janis
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Casey F
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This German potato salad was a hit at my last potluck! It was easy to make and everyone loved the tangy, creamy dressing.