Octoberfest German Potato Salad

"This potato salad is wonderful served with Bratwurst and Kraut!"

Ingredients 

Original recipe makes 6 to 8 servings
 3 pounds potatoes, peeled and sliced
 1/2 cup chopped onion
 2 teaspoons salt
 1/2 cup mayonnaise
 1/4 cup vegetable oil
 1/2 cup cider vinegar
 2 tablespoons white sugar
 2 tablespoons dried parsley

 ground black pepper to taste

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add peeled and cut potatoes; cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain, and transfer to a large bowl. Add onions.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, oil, vinegar, sugar, parsley, salt and pepper. Gently stir in the potatoes and onion. Let stand for 1 hour before serving to enhance flavors.