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["Slice the potatoes to about 1/8"" thick. In a large pot, place the potatoes and eggs in cold water and bring to a hard boil. The potatoes should be soft, but not mushy. After about 5 minutes, drain the potatoes and eggs. Rinse the potatoes in cold water, and dunk the eggs in ice water.", "While the potatoes boil, cook the bacon in a large heavy-bottom skillet or Dutch oven until nice and crispy. Once the bacon is done, dice it and set aside. Leave the rendered bacon fat in the Dutch oven.", "Saute the garlic in the bacon fat over medium heat until the garlic becomes fragrant, about 30 seconds. (If using garlic powder, omit this step)", "Add the water to the Dutch oven and deglaze all the bacon goodness. Add the flour and salt. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring often, until the roux has taken on a darker, reddish color, approximately 20 minutes. While the roux cooks, this is a good time to peel the eggs and slice them. Don't worry; they won't have to be pretty. But save 5 or 6 of the prettiest slices for the end!", "Add the sugar and vinegar, stirring until they are dissolved into the roux. Then add the maple syrup and ground pepper (and garlic powder, if using) to taste. Remove from heat. Finish by adding most of the diced bacon and green onions, reserving a couple tablespoons of both.", "In the large mixing bowl, add the sliced eggs and roux to the potatoes, gently folding them until they are fully incorporated. Pour the salad into whatever serving dish you want, then garnish with the remaining green onions, bacon bits, and slices of egg."]
