bacon smashed potatoes

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Debra Taylor
slc, UT

This recipe is a take off from german potato salad. The key is steaming the potato instead of boiling. These are great to make a head of time and then when it's time to eat just throw them in the microwave or heat in oven at 300%

(1 rating)
yield 8 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 45 Min

Ingredients For bacon smashed potatoes

  • 3 lb
    yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks
  • 1/2 lb
    bacon, cut into 1/2-inch piece
  • 2-3 Tbsp
    cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp
    sugar
  • 2 Tbsp
    chopped dill

How To Make bacon smashed potatoes

  • 1
    Steam potatoes in a large steamer rack set over boiling water, covered, until very tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • 2
    Meanwhile, cook bacon in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium heat until crisp. Transfer bacon with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain, reserving fat in skillet. Add 2 tablespoons vinegar, sugar, and 3/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper to hot bacon fat, scraping up brown bits.
  • 3
    Transfer potatoes to a large bowl, reserving 1/2 cup steaming water. Add vinegar mixture to potatoes and smash with a potato masher to desired texture, adding reserved water if desired. Stir in dill, bacon, and vinegar, salt, and pepper to taste.

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