Hot Potato Salad

Now let me begin by saying it is Junk Food Friday-do not judge!  This is a decadent side dish that is unequivocally delicious.  My theory, serve it with healthy dishes, know you are going to eat it, and let the guilt go!  Yes, it is probably not the best dish for you.  But hey, it is Friday!  Remember 'no holds barred', 'let the week go', Friday, so indulge a little. And, those that say they eat 100% healthy, I have a bridge in Brooklyn I will sell you!
We had guests for dinner.  I served this with homemade Sandwich Buns, BBQ Pulled Pork, and Cole Slaw.  This is a good side choice for sandwiches in cold weather.  It put a picnic twist to a February meal.  Best thing is, it is made ahead of time so all can be cleaned up before quests arrive! So....ignore the fact that this delicious, creamy, tangy, savory potato dish that is (omg) filled with beautiful bacon, and have another beer-you will forget it is 'not so good for you'!

German Potato Salad
printable recipe

2 lbs. of small Yukon Gold potatoes, cut in chunks
Kosher salt
Olive oil
6-8 slices of bacon
1 onion, diced
1/2 c. chicken stock
1/4 c. apple cider vinegar
1 T. whole grain mustard
1 bunch of fresh chives, finely chopped

Fill a medium saucepan with water and salt heavily.  Add the potatoes and over medium-high heat, bring to a boil.  Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are fork tender, about 20 minutes.  Drain and reserve.
Lightly coat the bottom and sides of large straight sided skillet with olive oil.  Slice the bacon into lardons (fancy word for 1/4" slices).

Over medium meat cook the bacon until brown and crispy.

Add the onion and saute until soft.

Add the stock and vinegar and bring to a bubble, scraping off the brown bits on the bottom of the pan.

Stir in the mustard until smooth.

Add the potatoes.  Stir all to coat.  Continue to cook until all liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally.

Add the chives and stir to distribute.  Season with salt if necessary.

Serve warm or room temperature.