Red Potato Salad With Bacon

(Courtesy of Paula Deen)

Ingredients:
6 c. cubed red-skinned potatoes, unpeeled (about 1 1/4 pounds)
Salt
2 oz. bacon (2 or 3 strips)
1 c. chopped bell pepper (any color or a combination)
1/4 c. minced red onion
1/4 c. sliced scallions (about 2 scallions)
1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
3 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
1 Tbsp. dijon mustard
1 Tbsp. mayonnaise
Freshly ground pepper
Directions:
Put the potatoes in a large pot; add water just to cover and season with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and cool slightly.

Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large skillet until crisp. Drain on paper towels and finely chop.

In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, chopped bacon, bell pepper, onion and scallions.

In a small bowl, whisk the olive oil, vinegar, mustard, mayonnaise, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Pour over the potato mixture, tossing gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate or serve at room temperature.

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