Austrian-style Warm Potato Salad

Ingredients

 * 1 pound small fingerling potatoes, washed
 * 2 sprigs fresh thyme
 * 2 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt
 * 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
 * 3 tablespoons sugar
 * 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
 * 1 cup white wine vinegar
 * 1/4 cup canola, safflower, or peanut oil
 * 1/2 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
 * 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley leaves or chives

Directions

 * In a large saucepan, combine the potatoes, thyme sprigs, and 2 tablespoons of the salt.
 * Add enough cold water to cover completely.
 * Bring to a boil over high heat.
 * Reduce the heat to maintain a simmer and cook until the potatoes are just tender enough to be pierced easily with a skewer or the tip of a sharp knife, about 10 minutes.
 * Drain the potatoes.
 * While they are still hot, peel them
 * As each potato is peeled, cut it crosswise into 1/4-inch slices
 * Add to the hot potato slices the onion, remaining salt, sugar, pepper, vinegar, and oil.
 * Stir gently but thoroughly with a large spoon to combine the ingredients.
 * Before serving, heat the broth in a large saute pan over medium-high heat.
 * Add the potato salad and stir it gently just until the potatoes are thoroughly heated.
 * Garnish with parsley or chives and serve immediately.