German Style Mashed Potatoes

Submitted by Suzie_Q

"From Taste of Home."

 

• Ready In: 35mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 7

ingredients

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

directions

1. Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat; cover and cook for 10 minutes.
2. Add apples; cook 10 minutes longer or until potatoes and apples are tender.
3. 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.
4. In drippings, saute onions until light brown.
5. Drain potatoes and apples. Add sugar, vinegar and salt; mash slightly.
6. Transfer to a serving bowl. Top with onions and bacon.