German Potato Salad (favorite)

 3 lb small Yukon Gold potatoes, unpeeled (about 10)

2 celery ribs, chopped

1 small onion, chopped

1 cup water 

1/2 cup white vinegar

3/4 cup sugar

1 Tbsp cornstarch

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp pepper

1/2 lb bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

1.  Place potatoes in a large saucepan: add water to cover.  Bring to a boil.  Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, just until tender, 12-15 minutes.  Add celery and oion; continue cooking until vegetables are tender, aabout 5 minutes longer.  Drain; set aside.

2.  Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, whisk together next 6 ingredients.  Bring to a boil; cook until thickened, about 2 minutes.

3.  When cool enough to handle,slice potatoes; return to large sauce pan with celery and onions.  Add vinegar mixture, tossing to combine.  Add bacon.  Simmer mixture until heated through, 10-12 minutes.  Serve warm.