Buttermilk-Bacon Smashed Potatoes

1. 1

   Add the potatoes to a pot and cover with water.

2. 2

   Season with salt and bring to a boil.

3. 3

   Once at a boil, cook until a fork can easily pierce through the potatoes, 10 to 15 minutes.

4. 4

   Drain and add to a bowl.

5. 5

   Place the bacon in a cast-iron pan over medium heat.

6. 6

   Allow the bacon to render and crisp, about 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Reserve the fat.

8. 8

   Put the buttermilk and heavy cream into a saucepan and scald.

9. 9

   Reserve until needed.

10. 10

    Smash the potatoes just a little bit, and then season with salt and pepper.

11. 11

    Add the butter, a touch of the heated buttermilk/heavy cream, the scallions and 1 tablespoon bacon fat and smash.

12. 12

    Taste and re-season if needed, adding more buttermilk/heavy cream if desired.

13. 13

    Fold in the rendered bacon, reserving some for garnish.

14. 14

    Garnish with the reserved bacon and scallions.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.