German-Style Mashed Potatoes Recipe

By polledl

Ingredients

• 3 pounds red potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 large tart apples, peeled and chopped
• 4 bacon strips, diced
• 2 medium onions, sliced
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
• 3/4 teaspoon salt

Preparation

Step 1

Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10 minutes. Add apples; cook 10 minutes longer or until potatoes and apples are tender.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. In the drippings, saute onions until lightly browned.
Drain potatoes and apples. Add sugar, vinegar and salt; mash slightly. Transfer to a serving bowl. Top with onions and bacon. Yield: 7 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (3/4 cup) equals 272 calories, 8 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 9 mg cholesterol, 361 mg sodium, 46 g carbohydrate, 6 g fiber, 6 g protein.