Pan Fried Potatoes with Bacon and Feta Cheese

Delicious pan-fried potatoes with crispy bacon, crumbled feta, and fresh dill. Quick, easy, and packed with flavor! Perfect for any meal.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4 inch sticks
• 12 oz bacon
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2-3 oz Feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 tsp pink salt, more to taste
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• Dill, freshly chopped
• Green onion, greens only, chopped

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Bacon

1. Slice the bacon into small pieces.
2. Cook the bacon in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until it becomes crispy.
3. Remove the bacon from the skillet, leaving about 2-3 tablespoons of the bacon fat in the pan. Set the bacon aside on a paper towel to drain.

Step 2: Cook the Potatoes

1. Add the sliced potatoes to the skillet with the bacon fat. Cook on high heat for about 5 minutes, tossing the potatoes gently to ensure they are evenly coated in the bacon fat and start to brown.
2. Add the sliced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sprinkle in the pink salt and black pepper.
3. Reduce the heat to medium and continue to sauté the potatoes, onions, and garlic. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring gently every so often to prevent burning. The potatoes should become tender and the onions should soften and caramelize.

Step 3: Combine and Serve

1. Remove the skillet from the heat once the potatoes and onions are cooked through.
2. Add the crispy bacon back to the skillet, stirring gently to combine.
3. Garnish with freshly chopped dill and green onion.
4. Sprinkle the crumbled Feta cheese over the top.
5. Serve immediately and enjoy this delicious dish!

Tips for Success:

• Choosing Potatoes: Russet potatoes are ideal because they are starchy and will develop a nice crispy exterior while remaining soft inside.
• Bacon Fat: Using the bacon fat to cook the potatoes adds a rich, smoky flavor. Be careful not to discard too much of it.
• Even Cooking: Cut the potatoes into uniform sticks to ensure they cook evenly.
• Stir Gently: Stirring gently while cooking prevents the potatoes from breaking apart and helps maintain their shape.
• Flavor Adjustments: Feel free to adjust the amount of salt and pepper to suit your taste preferences.

Enjoying Your Dish:

This dish is perfect as a hearty breakfast, a side dish for lunch or dinner, or even as a stand-alone meal.

The combination of crispy bacon, tender potatoes, caramelized onions, and the tangy flavor of Feta cheese creates a mouthwatering experience.

The fresh dill and green onions add a burst of freshness that balances the richness of the dish.

Serve it hot, and watch it disappear quickly!