Perfect Hasselback Potato with Savory Turkey Bacon Delight
A delightful twist on the classic potato, featuring savory turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1/2 cup turkey bacon, diced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Slice each potato thinly but not all the way through to create ‘hasselback’ cuts.
- In a skillet, cook the diced turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, combine olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika over medium heat.
- Brush the mixture generously onto each potato.
- Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until tender and crispy.
- In the last 10 minutes of baking, sprinkle with cheese and crispy turkey bacon.
- Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Notes
- For quicker cooking, parboil the potatoes before slicing.
- Experiment with different types of cheese for varied flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Perfect Hasselback Potato, Hasselback Potato, Turkey Bacon Potato