Recipe Background
Grandma's Potato Bake combines tender potatoes, crisp bacon, and savory onions with just a hint of fresh parsley.
Grandma's Potato Bake brings hearty warmth to any family meal. As the red potatoes cook, their edges gradually crisp under the broiler, creating a satisfying contrast to their tender centers. The savory aroma of bacon mingles with the sweet, earthy scent of onions, inviting everyone into the kitchen with eager anticipation. Pairing the crisped edges with the creamy interior makes each bite enjoyable.
The secret here lies in the broiling step. By stirring every minute, you ensure even browning and avoid any charred surprises. While bubbling away, the butter seeps into every crevice, harmonizing with the bacon's saltiness and the onion's gentle flavor.
It's a dish to share. Older and younger diners alike will appreciate its straightforward, comforting appeal. The final flourish of parsley adds fresh brightness, balancing the dish's richness. At the table, Grandma's Potato Bake encourages both conversation and contented silence, leaving everyone satisfied.
Ingredients
- 5 pounds red potatoes thinly sliced or cubed
- salt to taste
- ground black pepper to taste
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 6 slices bacon chopped
- 1/2 cup butter diced
- parsley to taste, for garnish
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
- Place the potatoes in an even layer in the prepared casserole dish.
- Season the potatoes with the salt and the pepper.
- Top the potatoes with the onion and the bacon, then dot with the butter.
- Cover the dish with foil.
- Bake the potatoes in the preheated oven until they are tender, about 45 minutes,
- Discard the foil and stir the potatoes.
- Turn the oven to broiler and broil the potatoes, stirring every minute, until crispy, about 5 minutes.
- Serve the potatoes garnished with the parsley.
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