Ingredients

  • 3 to 4 slices Edwards' Virginia hickory smoked bacon
  • 3 c. red skinned potatoes (approximately 4 to 6 medium potatoes)
  • 2 to 3 Tbsp. chopped green onions (including tops)
  • 2 Tbsp. best quality olive oil (see note)
  • 2 Tbsp. tarragon vinegar
  • 1/4 c. beef broth or beef consomme
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/8 tsp. dry mustard
  • pinch of cayenne pepper
  • 1/8 to 1/4 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper
  • 1 to 2 tsp. chopped fresh parsley (for trim)
  • 1 Tbsp. chopped green onion (for trim)

Method

  • Cook bacon until crisp; drain and crumble.
  • Reserve for garnish.
  • Boil potatoes until fork-tender; peel and slice into thin circles.
  • (Do not dice.)
  • Combine all remaining ingredients except garnish; mix well and pour over warm potatoes.
  • Mix very gently to prevent potatoes from breaking into pieces.
  • Place in serving bowl; cover and keep at room temperature until ready to serve.
  • When ready to serve, garnish with bacon, green onion and parsley.
  • Serves 6.