Crisp Oven Roasted Potatoes With Bacon and Cheese
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Crisp Oven Roasted Potatoes With Bacon and Cheese
Description
Crisp Oven Roasted Potatoes With Bacon and Cheese starts with Yukon Gold potatoes parboiled until just tender. The reserved bacon fat from cooked bacon is used to coat a baking dish where the potatoes roast cut-side down, developing a crispy, golden-brown surface. After initial roasting, the potatoes are turned and topped with shredded Parmesan, cooked bacon pieces, and minced garlic before a final bake to melt the cheese and meld flavors. The crispy exterior and tender interior contrast with the savory, cheesy bacon topping.
The dish offers a rich, smoky flavor from the bacon and cheese, complemented by the garlic and fresh parsley sprinkled at the end, which brightens the taste. Baking at high heat ensures nicely browned edges and a crunchy texture that contrasts with the soft potato center.
These potatoes can work well served as a side to roasted meats or as part of a casual dinner. They are best enjoyed hot from the oven to appreciate the crispness and melted cheese. The inclusion of bacon fat for roasting enhances depth of flavor, making this preparation distinctive.
Ingredients
- 3 lb potato medium Yukon Gold
- 1 Tbsp salt plus 1/2 teaspoon
- 6 oz Bacon around 6 strips
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
- 2 garlic finely chopped, cloves
- 1/4 cup parsley chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F with rack in lowest position.
- Cut washed potatoes in quarters, cover with cold water in the pot and bring to a boil. Add 1 Tbsp of salt and boil for 12-15 minutes until tender. Don't overcook, drain and sat aside.
- While potatoes are cooking, cut 6 strips of bacon in half lengthwise, than crosswise into 1/2" pieces. Cook them over medium heat, until cooked but not crispy. Drain on paper towels and save bacon fat for later.
- Place potatoes cut side down in the baking dish, coated with reserved bacon fat. Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper. Bake at 425˚F until golden orange on the bottom, 35-40 minutes.
- Reduce temperature to 375˚F, remove potatoes from the oven and flip them over. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, bacon, chopped garlic and drizzle with rest of the bacon fat. Bake for additional 15 minutes, or until cheese melts.
- Remove baked potatoes from the oven, sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve right away.
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