Octoberfest German Potato Salad Recipe

Name: Octoberfest German Potato Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 -10 slices uncooked bacon; 3 lbs potatoes (peeled and sliced or chopped); 1 small onion, finely chopped; 3/4 cup mayonnaise; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 cup bacon drippings (or add in oil to bacon grease to make 1/4 cup); 1/3 cup vinegar (use white or cider vinegar); 2 tablespoons white sugar; 2 tablespoons dried parsley; 1 teaspoon seasoning salt (or use 1/2 teaspoon white salt); 1/2 - 1 teaspoon coarse ground pepper (or to taste)

Servings: persons

8 -10 slices uncooked bacon
3 lbs potatoes (peeled and sliced or chopped)
1 small onion, finely chopped
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup bacon drippings (or add in oil to bacon grease to make 1/4 cup)
1/3 cup vinegar (use white or cider vinegar)
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon seasoning salt (or use 1/2 teaspoon white salt)
1/2 - 1 teaspoon coarse ground pepper (or to taste)

1
In a skillet cook the bacon slices until almost crisp; remove to a plate (DO NOT discard the bacon grease!) chop or finely slice the cooked bacon; set aside.
2
Place the sliced or cubed potatoes into a large pot; cover with water and bring to a boil.
3
Cook the potatoes until tender but still firm (about 12-15 minutes DO NOT overcook!) drain and transfer to a large bowl add in the onion.
4
In a bowl mix together the mayonnaise, garlic powder, 1/4 cup bacon grease (can use 1/4 cup vegetable oil instead of bacon grease) vinegar, sugar, parsley, seasoned (or white) salt and black pepper; mix well to combine; pour over the cooked potatoes and gently toss to combine.
5
Sprinkle the cooked bacon on top of the salad.
6
Let stand at room temperature for 1 or more hours before serving.

1777

kcal

Calories

124

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 -10 slices uncooked bacon, 3 lbs potatoes (peeled and sliced or chopped), 1 small onion, finely chopped, 3/4 cup mayonnaise, and more.

Yes, Octoberfest German Potato Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Octoberfest German Potato Salad

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