Mashed Potatoes with apples

1 pound potatoes 1 pound apples, granny smith or other tart variety 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 slices bacon cut into 1/4 inch pieces 2 each onions or one large 2[...]

2 cups water, divided 1 teaspoon brown sugar 1 small lemon, halved and juiced, halves reserved 1 large apple (such as Honey Crisp), peeled and chopped 4 large[...]

1 pound potatoes 1 pound apples, granny smith or other tart variety 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 slices bacon cut into 1/4 inch pieces 2 each onions or one large 2[...]