Potato Salad for a Picnic - Receta

Hispanic Times Magazine, Sept 22, 2001

When the weather cooperates, have an impromptu picnic. Just move dinner outside. A picnic table makes it convenient, but for a delightful change spread a big blanket on the lawn with a few throw pillows to lean on. Use disposable plates and have small baskets for the utensils and paper napkins. A cookie sheet or tray can hold the condiments or other items "to pass."

Simple foods like this microwave recipe for Hot Potato Salad are great additions to any picnic menu. The generous addition of bacon is a delicious flavor contrast to the sweet and tangy dressing. Whirlpool Corporation home economists recommend cutting the potatoes into uniform size cubes to assure quick, even cooking. The total microwave cooking time is only 20 minutes, giving the home "chef' plenty of time to enjoy the fresh air and sunshine with the rest of the family.

HOT POTATO SALAD

(6 servings. Total cooking time: 20 1/2 minutes)

1 1/2 lbs. potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 3 1/2 cups)

6 slices bacon, cut into 1-inchpieces

1/2 cup thinly sliced onion

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

2 tablespoons sugar

1A cup vinegar

1/4 cup water

1 egg, slightly beaten

1. In large glass bowl, microwave potatoes, loosely covered, at HIGH (100%) for 8 minutes or until tender, stirring once. Place potatoes in colander to drain off drippings. Set aside.

2. In same glass bowl, microwave bacon, covered, at HIGH for 5 1/2 minutes or until cooked, stirring once or twice. With slotted spoon, remove bacon from drippings in bowl and place in colander with potatoes.

3. Add onion to bacon drippings and microwave at HIGH for 2 minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients. Microwave at HIGH for 2 minutes or until thickened, stirring once.

4. Stir in potatoes and bacon. Microwave at mGH for 3 minutes or until thoroughly heated.

Nutrition Information (per serving): 258 calories, 5 g protein, 14g fat, 61mg cholesterol, 28g carbohydrates, 365mg sodium.

Whirlpool TimeSmart Tip

USING HOT PADS: It is important to remember that while microwaves do not heat glass or other microwaveable cookware, the containers can still become hot. The container often becomes heated by the food being cooked. Use hot pads.