Deluxe German Potato Salad

• 1/2 pound sliced bacon, diced
• 1 cup thinly sliced celery
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 teaspoon ground mustard
• 1 cup cider vinegar
• 1/2 cup water
• 5 pounds unpeeled small red potatoes, cooked and sliced
• 2 medium carrots, shredded
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
• Additional salt, optional

1. In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until it is crisp. Remove bacon to paper towels. Drain the skillet, reserving 1/4 cup drippings. Saute celery and onion in drippings until tender.
2. In a large bowl, combine the sugar, flour, salt, mustard, vinegar and water until smooth. Add to the skillet. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes until thickened.
3. In a large serving bowl, combine the potatoes, carrots and parsley. Drizzle with sauce and stir gently to coat. Season with additional salt if desired. Crumble bacon; sprinkle on salad. Serve warm. Refrigerate leftovers.

bacon, celery, onion, sugar, flour, salt, ground mustard, cider vinegar, water, red potatoes, carrots, parsley, salt

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/deluxe-german-potato-salad/ (may not work)