Yam and Russet Potato Salad with Greens and Bacon
- 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 2 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
- 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco)
- 9 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 pound yams (red-skinned sweet potatoes), peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 6 slices bacon
- 10 large mustard green leaves, cut into 3/4-inch pieces (about 4 cups)
- Whisk first 4 ingredients in small bowl to blend.
- Gradually whisk in olive oil.
- Season dressing with salt and pepper.
- Steam russets until tender, about 8 minutes.
- Transfer to large bowl; toss with 1 tablespoon dressing.
- Steam yams until tender, about 7 minutes.
- Transfer to medium bowl; toss with 1 tablespoon dressing.
- Fry bacon in large skillet until crisp.
- Transfer to paper towels.
- Drain.
- Crumble bacon.
- Add yams, bacon and mustard greens to russets.
- Toss salad with enough dressing to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- (Can be made 2 hours ahead.
- Cover and let stand at room temperature.)
white wine vinegar, mustard, honey, hot pepper, olive oil, potatoes, yams, bacon, green leaves
Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/yam-and-russet-potato-salad-with-greens-and-bacon-2269 (may not work)