Serves 6
4 slices bacon, raw
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
4 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 15-ounce cans sliced white potatoes, drained
2 tablespoons water
Pinch of black pepper Preheat large saute pan on medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes. Cut bacon into ¼-inch pieces. Place bacon in pan, cook 3–4 minutes until bacon is crisp. Stir sugar and vinegar into pan, stirring until sugar dissolves. Stir in potatoes and water until evenly coated. Cover and cook 5–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until potatoes begin to break down slightly and sauce has thickened. Stir in black pepper.
James E. Padgett, Jr. M.D., Columbia