Old-Fashioned Hot Potato Salad

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0
Satisfy Your Taste Buds with Old-Fashioned Hot Potato Salad Recipe
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Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs unpared small white potatoes
1/4 lb sliced bacon
1/2 lb frankfurter ( sliced 3/8-inch thick at angle )
1/2 cup minced onion
1 1/2 teaspoons flour
1 tablespoon sugar
3 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup vinegar
1/3 cup water
1/4 cup minced onion
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped green peppers
1 tablespoon snipped parsley
1 teaspoon celery seed
4 shelled hard-boiled eggs

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
400
Sugar
4g
Fat
25g
Old-Fashioned Hot Potato Salad is an American classic that has been around for generations. This delicious side dish is perfect for any occasion, from barbecues to potlucks, or just as a side dish for a family meal. The combination of tender potatoes, crisp bacon, and juicy frankfurters makes for a unique and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone's taste buds. The recipe is easy to make and can be made ahead of time, making it perfect for large gatherings. This hot potato salad is comfort food at its best, and we hope you enjoy making and eating it as much as we do!

Instructions

1.Scrub the potatoes and cut them into small chunks. Boil the potatoes until they are tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside.
2.In a large skillet, cook the bacon until crisp over medium heat. Remove the bacon and crumble when cool.
3.In the fat, cook the sliced frankfurters until browned. Remove from heat and set aside. Reserve the fat.
4.In 3 tablespoons of the bacon fat, cook 1/2 cup of minced onion over medium heat until tender.
5.Add flour, sugar, 2 1/2 teaspoons of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper. Gradually stir in vinegar and water.
6.Cook, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and boils for one minute. Pour the hot mixture over the potatoes and stir.
7.Add the 1/4 cup minced onion, green peppers, parsley, celery seed, and the sliced frankfurters. Toss gently.
8.Cover and let stand at room temperature for one hour.
9.Slice the hard-boiled eggs and arrange them on top of the salad. Sprinkle with the crumbled bacon. Serve and enjoy!

PROS

This delicious hot potato salad is an excellent side dish for barbecues, potlucks, or any meal.

It has a unique smoky flavor that comes from the combination of bacon and frankfurters.

The salad can be made ahead and is perfect for large gatherings.

CONS

If you are watching your cholesterol or fat intake, you may want to be careful about how much of this salad you consume.

The recipe contains bacon and frankfurters, which are high in both of these components.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Potatoes are an excellent source of complex carbohydrates, dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They are low in fat and calories and can help keep you feeling full for longer.
Onions, green peppers, and parsley are all rich sources of antioxidants, which can help reduce inflammation and improve overall health. Celery seed has long been used in traditional medicine to relieve pain and inflammation and improve digestion.

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