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Hot German Potato Salad

by Sarah Olson on December 14, 2015 | Updated March 31, 2021 8 Comments

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I was given a book for this review, though all opinions are mine alone.

Make this Hot German Potato Salad in the slow cooker. Tender potatoes and bacon with a tangy vinegar dressing.

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This recipe for Hot German Potato Salad is from a friend of mine Judith Hannemann of The Midnight Baker. Her cookbook The Classic Slow Cooker has just been released. It was on QVC last month and it sold out the first airing! I am thrilled that I got my hands on this book and get to share a recipe from it here with you today.

What is Hot German Potato Salad?

This Hot German Potato Salad is much different from your American potato salad. Hot German Potato Salad is served warm and has a slightly sweet taste to it. It wasn’t something that I have ever tried before, but I really enjoyed it! My husband loved it too.

Sliced red potatoes in slow cooker

Can I use a different type of potato?

Use russet or Yukon gold with great results in this recipe.

Can I use turkey bacon?

Turkey bacon will work fine in the recipe in place of regular bacon.

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More potato recipes to try ASAP:

  • Slow Cooker Cheesy Mashed Potatoes
  • Slow Cooker Cheesy Hashbrown Potatoes
  • Slow Cooker Cajun Parmesan Potatoes
  • Slow Cooker Lipton Onion Potatoes

This recipe is from Judith Hannemann. If you liked her recipe, you can order her book: The Classic Slow Cooker.

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Hot German Potato Salad

5 from 5 votes
Warm potato salad with a tangy vinegar dressing
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 5 hours
Total Time: 5 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 175kcal
Author: Sarah Olson

Equipment Needed:

  • Slow Cooker – 4 quart or larger

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 lbs. small red potatoes
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 4 slices bacon
  • 1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp. sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. celery seed
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 2 tbsp. flour
  • chives for serving
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Instructions:

  • Scrub the potatoes and cut in 1/4 inch slices.
  • Layer half the potatoes and half the onions in a small slow cooker. (I used my 6-quart and it turned out great).
  • Repeat with the remaining potatoes and onions. Add the water. Cook on LOW for 5-6 hours.
  • Remove the potatoes and onions on to a plate using a slotted spoon.
  • Slice the bacon into 1-inch pieces. Brown them in a skillet on the stove-top. Drain on a paper towel.
  • Mix the vinegar, sugar, celery seed, salt and flour in a small bowl, mix until there is no lumps. Add this to the slow cooker, stir until this mixture thickens. Let cook on HIGH for 5 minutes.
  • Add the potatoes and onion back to the crock pot in to the vinegar mixture, also add the bacon at this time. Gently stir this together.
  • Turn to low and cook for an additional 30 minutes.
  • Top with chives if desired.
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Recipe Notes:

Can I use a different type of potato?
Yes, russet or yukon gold will work great with this recipe.
Can I use turkey bacon?
Turkey bacon will taste great along with these potatoes and dressing.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 175kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 508mg | Potassium: 579mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.

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    Comments

    1. Karla says

      May 2, 2022 at 8:05 am

      5 stars
      This very tasty German potato salad

      Reply
    2. Anonymous says

      September 29, 2018 at 11:23 am

      What do you do with extra water in crock pot?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        September 29, 2018 at 7:41 pm

        discard it. 🙂

        Reply
    3. Rebecca Case says

      April 28, 2016 at 8:35 pm

      Is there anything you would recommend to substitute foe the bacon to make this vegetarian?

      Reply
    4. Grandma Kc says

      December 18, 2015 at 7:14 am

      I haven’t eat German Potato Salad in a long time — hadn’t even thought of it! Thanks for the recipe. Can’t wait to try it out!

      Reply
    5. Sara Dickson says

      December 17, 2015 at 9:44 am

      The German potato salad looks and sounds so good. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply

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