Himmel Und Erde (Heaven and Earth)

Ingredients

• 4 medium potatoes, cut into 1 inch cubes
• 2 large tart apples, sliced (Granny Smiths are good here)
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 4 slices bacon, cut into 1 inch pieces
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 1 tablespoon butter, softened
• 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg

Directions

1. 1

   Heat 1 inch water to boiling; add potatoes, apples and sugar; heat to boiling, reduce heat, cover and cook until tender, about 10 to 15 minutes; drain.

2. 2

   Fry bacon until crisp; drain on paper towels; cook and stir onion in bacon fat until soft and lightly browned.

3. 3

   Place potatoes and apples in serving bowl; dot with butter, salt and pepper to taste and sprinkle with nutmeg; top with bacon and onion and serve.

4. 4

   Alternatively, you can boil the potatoes and apples, then fry them in a little bit of oil to get them browned and crispy then mix with all the other ingredients.