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Easy Skillet Potatoes

Cultural Context

Skillet potatoes are a classic American side dish, often enjoyed for their crispy texture and savory flavor. Traditionally made with simple ingredients, they are a staple in home cooking, perfect for breakfast or dinner. This dish has gained popularity for its versatility, allowing for various seasonings and herbs based on personal preference.

AmericanUSside
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 pounds new potatoes
6 pieces bacon
1 medium red onion
butter
olive oil
kosher salt
black pepper
smoked paprika
garlic powder
curly parsley

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil offers heart-healthy fats.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are often more cost-effective.

1

Boil the new potatoes in water for about 5-6 minutes until fork-tender.

2

Cut up 6 pieces of bacon and cook them in a skillet, leaving some grease in the pan.

3

Add a medium red onion to the pan to soften for a couple of minutes.

4

Remove the onions and set them aside with the bacon.

5

Cool the boiled potatoes for a few minutes, then cut them into pieces for more surface area.

6

Add butter and olive oil to the skillet with the bacon grease.

7

Place the cut potatoes in the skillet, ensuring at least one side is touching the skillet.

8

Cook the potatoes until they get a nice color, flipping them to get color on all sides.

9

Add the cooked onions and bacon back into the skillet with the potatoes.

10

Season with kosher salt, fresh ground pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.

11

Finish with a handful of curly parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéing

Equipment Needed

skilletknifecutting boardbowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Skillet PotatoesPan-Fried Potatoes

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