Ingredients

  • 6 medium-size potatoes, boiled in their jackets
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 2 small cucumbers, peeled and seeded
  • 1 teaspoon or more salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 2 tablespoons hot bacon drippings
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons vinegar
  • Greens
  • Paprika

Method

  • Peel the potatoes while they are hot, place in a bowl which has been well rubbed with garlic.
  • Let them stand till cool.
  • Slice the cucumbers, and add salt and pepper.
  • Slice the cooled potatoes and pour heated bacon fat over them.
  • Combine with the cucumbers and onion and toss lightly.
  • Add the oil and vinegar, and again toss lightly.
  • Let stand 2 hours before serving.
  • Add more oil and vinegar, if needed.
  • Arrange on a bed of greens and sprinkle with a touch of paprika.