Cheddar Bacon Potato Wedges
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Cheddar Bacon Potato Wedges
Description
Cheddar Bacon Potato Wedges combine fried potato wedges with melted cheddar cheese and bacon crumbles for a hearty side dish. The potato wedges are first cut into uniform pieces with flat tops to ensure even cooking. They are fried in vegetable oil heated to 350 degrees until golden brown and crispy on the outside, with a tender interior. After frying, they are placed on a baking sheet, seasoned with kosher salt and coarse ground black pepper, then topped with shredded cheddar and cooked bacon pieces. Baking at 350 degrees melts the cheese and finishes cooking the toppings, enhancing the flavors.
The combination of crispy fried wedge edges with gooey cheese and smoky bacon creates a satisfying texture contrast. The savory seasoning highlights the potato's natural flavor without overpowering the cheese or bacon. The process of frying followed by baking ensures the wedges remain crisp while melting the toppings thoroughly.
This dish works well as a side for casual meals or as a snack alongside dips. The relatively approachable ingredients and method suit cooks comfortable with frying and baking. Serve the wedges hot so the cheese stays melted and the bacon crisp remains.
Ingredients
- 3 large potato baking variety
- vegetable oil , for frying
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper coarse ground
- 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 8 lices Bacon , cooked and crumbled
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cut the potatoes in half, then into 1/3rds (total 18 pieces). Slice the top half of the triangle of the wedge off leaving a flat top wedge.
- Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large pot to 350 degrees and add the potatoes to the heated oil, cooking until the potatoes are browned.
- Put the fried potato wedges on a baking sheet, season with salt and pepper.
- Top the potatoes with shredded cheddar cheese and top with bacon crumbles.
- Bake for 15 minutes until cheese is melted then top with bacon crumbles and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 343 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 343kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 379mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 533mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 532IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 224mg | 22% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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