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Recipe courtesy of Rita Elpers

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Episode: The Viewers' Choice

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Total:: 30 min
Prep:: 10 min
Cook:: 20 min

Yield:: 4 to 6 servings

Level:: Easy

Ingredients

4 pounds potatoes, peeled
1/2 cup vegetable shortening
1/2 cup chopped onions
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Directions

In a large pot of salted water, boil the potatoes until they are just about fork tender. Do not overcook. Drain the potatoes and cool. Slice the potatoes about 1/4-inch thick.

In a large, heavy-sided cast iron skillet, add the shortening, onions, and potatoes and cook over medium heat until golden brown. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

This recipe was provided by a chef, restaurant or culinary professional. It has not been tested for home use.

My Private Notes

Name: German Potatoes
Prep time: P0Y0M0DT0H10M0.000S
Cook time: P0Y0M0DT0H20M0.000S
Total time: P0Y0M0DT0H30M0.000S
Yield: 4 to 6 servings
Cuisine: european
Ingredients: 4 pounds potatoes, peeled; 1/2 cup vegetable shortening; 1/2 cup chopped onions; Salt and freshly ground pepper