Bacon Potato Salad Mustard (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1.4 kg red potatoes, unpeeled, diced large
02 - 120 ml jarred salad dressing or mayonnaise
03 - 60 ml plain yellow mustard
04 - 30 ml apple cider vinegar
05 - 36 g white sugar
06 - 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced
07 - 2 tablespoons minced red onion
08 - 3 tablespoons chopped capers
09 - 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro or parsley
10 - 8 slices smoked bacon, cooked until crisp and roughly chopped
11 - 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
12 - Pinch of salt

# Instructions:

01 - Simmer the diced red potatoes gently in salted boiling water until just fork-tender. Avoid overcooking to maintain shape.
02 - Drain cooked potatoes and arrange in a single layer on a baking tray. Cool rapidly in the refrigerator for 30 minutes until thoroughly chilled.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise or salad dressing, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, red pepper, red onion, capers, cilantro or parsley, bacon, black pepper, and salt. Mix until fully incorporated.
04 - Pour the prepared dressing over the chilled potatoes and gently fold to coat evenly. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until serving.

# Notes:

01 - Ensure the potatoes are completely cool before mixing with the dressing for optimal texture and avoid sogginess.