Name: Bacon Smashed Potatoes
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: Makes 8 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks; 1/2 pound bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 2 to 3 tablespoons cider vinegar; 1 teaspoon sugar; 2 tablespoons chopped dill

Bacon Smashed PotatoesRoland Bello

Taking a cue from German potato salad, these Yukon Golds are smashed with a hot bacon dressing and then tossed with fresh dill. Steaming rather than boiling the potatoes keeps them fluffy.

Cooks' note:

Potatoes can be made 3 hours ahead and kept at room temperature. Reheat, covered, in a microwave or in a 300°F oven.

Recipe information

Total Time
45 min
Yield
Makes 8 servings

Ingredients

3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks

1/2 pound bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

2 to 3 tablespoons cider vinegar

1 teaspoon sugar

2 tablespoons chopped dill

Preparation

Step 1
Steam potatoes in a large steamer rack set over boiling water, covered, until very tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
Step 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.
Step 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.
What to drink:
Step 4
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