German Style Sweet Potato Salad

I love German potato salad!  It was a dish my grandfather used to make that still makes my mouth water.  This is a new spin on an old recipe.

Recipe adapted from Food Network

Ingredients:

2 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and cut into ¾ inch pieces

Salt

1 pound turkey bacon cut into 1 inch pieces

1 medium onion diced

2 tablespoons whole grain or stone-ground mustard

¼ cup white vinegar

¼ teaspoon ground pepper

1 tablespoon fresh parsley

Directions:

1. Put the sweet potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with 2 inches of water.  Add 2 tablespoons salt.  Bring to a simmer.  Cook until potatoes are knife-tender 10-15 minutes.  Drain well and put in a large bowl.  Keep warm.
2. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp 8-10 minutes. 
3. Remove the bacon and set aside on a paper towel lined plate. 
4. Add the onions to the skillet and cook for 10 minutes.
5. Stir the mustard and vinegar into the skillet with the onions.  Whisk to combine.  Let the dressing simmer for a minute. 
6. Pour the mixture over the sweet potatoes.  Add half the bacon and toss to coat evenly.
7. Garnish with remaining bacon and parsley. 
8. Serve hot or cold.