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Baked or Grilled Cheesy Bacon Potatoes

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 6 -8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lbs red potatoes cut into 1/2-1” cubes (no bigger!)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons dry ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons butter, cubed

ADD later:

  • 1/2 cup Cooked and crumbled bacon
  • 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Grease a 12” cast iron skillet with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Set aside. (If you are baking, you can also use a comparable baking dish.)
  • Add potatoes, garlic and green onions to a large microwave safe bowl. Add 2 tablespoons water. Microwave, covered, 3 minutes, drain and add to greased skillet along with all ingredients through pepper. Stir to combine.
  • Dot with butter. Cover tightly with foil. (You can prep up to this point if you are taking camping).**

TO GRILL

  • Grill, covered, over medium high heat (350 degrees F) for 10 minutes then stir potatoes, replace foil, cover, and continue to grill 10-15 additional minutes OR until potatoes are tender.
  • Carefully open foil (there will be a lot of steam). Sprinkle with bacon and cheeses, cover and grill another 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • Open foil carefully and enjoy! Drizzle with ranch or serve with sour cream if desired.

TO BAKE

  • Bake, covered for 25-30 minutes, stirring half way through. Test potatoes and continue to bake if needed until fork tender.
  • Carefully open foil (there will be a lot of steam). Sprinkle with bacon and cheeses, and continue to bake, uncovered, another 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Broil if desired. Drizzle with ranch or serve with sour cream if desired.

Notes

**You can use foil instead of a skillet - just be sure to double line and spray generously with cooking spray.