Grandma Carole’s German Style Potato Salad

• 12 slices bacon
• 2 sliced hard cooked eggs (optional)
• 6 cups hot diced cooked potatoes
• 3 TBSP. granulated sugar
• 1 T. cornstarch
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/3 cup vinegar
• 3/4 cup water
• 2 TBSP. sliced green onions
• chopped parsley for garnish

1. Dice 6 slices bacon. Fry diced bacon along with the 6 whole slices in a heavy skillet.  Remove whole slices to drain on paper towels; set aside.
2. Combine sugar, cornstarch, salt, vinegar, and water; slowly add to diced bacon and bacon grease in the skillet, cooking and stirring constantly over medium heat until thickened. 
3. Pour over hot potatoes and eggs; add green onions and toss lightly to mix.
4. Garnish with bacon slices and a little chopped parsley. Serve hot. 

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