Cheesy Crispy Baked Potato Bites Recipe
Cheesy Crispy Baked Potato Bites Recipe - easy to make, fun and delicious mini bites, great for a side dish, appetizer or a light meal. Small Yukon Potato halves, topped with bacon and cheese and baked to perfection.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 lb Small Yukon Gold Potatoes
- 6 slices bacon cooked and chopped
- 1 1/4 cups cheddar cheese grated
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley optional, for garnishing
Instructions
- Wash potatoes and clean from any dirt. Place in a pot. Fill with water, covering the potatoes. Bring to a boil. Turn the heat off. Cover and let the potatoes stand for 5-7 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400F.
- Drain the water and cut potatoes in half. Using a small spoon, scoop out some of the inside of the potatoes, to make some room for the filling. Place in a greased baking dish and sprinkle with half of the cheese. Bake for 2 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
- Add the bacon and the remaining cheese. Bake for 2-3 more minutes, until the cheese is melted and the tops look golden.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 230kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 396mg | Potassium: 378mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 290IU | Vitamin C: 9.5mg | Calcium: 192mg | Iron: 2.7mg