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Crispy Bacon Honey Roasted Potatoes Recipe

Crispy Bacon Honey Roasted Potatoes Recipe
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These Crispy Bacon Honey Roasted Potatoes are a savory and sweet side dish featuring tender baby potatoes roasted to perfection with crispy bacon, a touch of honey for caramelized sweetness, and seasoned with garlic powder and smoked paprika. Garnished with fresh parsley, they make a delightful addition to any meal.

Ingredients

Scale

Potatoes and Bacon

  • 2 lbs (900g) baby potatoes, halved
  • 6 slices bacon, chopped

Seasonings and Sauce

  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Prepare the potatoes: Wash and dry the baby potatoes thoroughly. Cut each potato in half to ensure even cooking and better crispiness on the cut sides.
  3. Chop the bacon: Chop the bacon into small pieces so it crisps up nicely and distributes evenly over the potatoes during roasting.
  4. Toss potatoes with seasonings: In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved potatoes, olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything well to coat each piece evenly with the oil and spices.
  5. Arrange for roasting: Spread the seasoned potatoes out on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Avoid crowding to ensure even roasting and crispiness.
  6. Add the bacon: Scatter the chopped bacon pieces evenly over the potatoes, allowing the bacon fat to infuse the potatoes as they cook.
  7. Roast the potatoes and bacon: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 30-35 minutes. Halfway through, flip the potatoes and bacon to promote even browning and crispiness on all sides.
  8. Drizzle honey and finish roasting: In the last 5 minutes of roasting, remove the baking sheet briefly and drizzle the honey evenly over the potatoes and bacon. Return the sheet to the oven and continue roasting until the honey caramelizes and turns golden brown.
  9. Cool and garnish: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the potatoes cool slightly for a few minutes. Sprinkle the potatoes with freshly chopped parsley to add color and a fresh flavor.
  10. Serve: Serve the honey bacon roasted potatoes immediately as a delicious side dish to your favorite main course and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use baby potatoes for the best texture and size; you can substitute with small red or gold potatoes if unavailable.
  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili flakes to the seasoning mix.
  • Make sure the potatoes are spread out on the baking sheet and not overcrowded, which helps them roast evenly and get crispy.
  • If you want to make this recipe gluten-free, ensure the bacon you use does not contain any gluten additives.
  • You can substitute honey with maple syrup for a slightly different flavor and a vegan-friendly option if you replace bacon with vegan bacon.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for crispiness.

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Keywords: roasted potatoes, honey bacon potatoes, crispy potatoes, side dish, oven roasted, comfort food

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