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This is a great potato salad to serve for the 4th of July........or anytime. It is easy to make (I usually double or triple the recipe)

Red Potato Salad with Bacon
Serves 4-6

Ingredients

* 6 cups cubed red-skinned potatoes, unpeeled (about 1 1/4 pounds)
* Salt
* 2 ounces bacon (2 or 3 strips)
* 1 cup chopped bell pepper (any color or a combination)
* 1/4 cup minced red onion
* 1/4 cup sliced scallions (about 2 scallions)
* 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
* 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
* 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
* 1 tablespoon 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.