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Sautéed Potatoes with Bacon and Herbs

Golden, crispy potatoes tossed with smoky bacon and fresh parsley — a hearty, comforting side that comes together in one skillet.

Total time
35 min
Servings
4
Calories
320
Protein
10g
Sautéed Potatoes with Bacon and Herbs
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Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb potatoes
  • 6 oz bacon
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cut the 1.5 lb potatoes into 1/2 inch cubes. Place in a pot, cover with cold water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil. Cook until just tender, about 8 minutes, then drain well.

  2. 2

    While potatoes cook, chop the 6 oz bacon into small pieces. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the bacon until crispy, about 6 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon, leaving the fat in the pan.

  3. 3

    Add the 2 tbsp olive oil to the skillet with the bacon fat. Add the drained potatoes in a single layer (work in batches if needed) and cook over medium-high heat without stirring too often, until golden and crispy on all sides, about 10 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add the 1 sliced onion to the skillet and cook with the potatoes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and translucent, about 4 minutes.

  5. 5

    Return the bacon to the skillet, add the 1/4 cup chopped parsley, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss everything together and cook for 1 minute until heated through. Serve hot.

  6. 6

    For extra flavor, stir in a pinch of smoked paprika or a squeeze of lemon juice before serving if you have them.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large skillet
  • Pot for boiling
  • Colander
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Slotted spoon

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