Makah Ozette Potatoes With Bacon Cream Recipe

Name: Makah Ozette Potatoes With Bacon Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pounds Makah Ozette or fingerling potatoes, halved if large; 12 ounces red pearl onions; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon plus 1/8 tsp. pepper, divided; 1/4 cup creme fraiche; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 1 bunch chives, chopped (1/4 cup); 4 ounces bacon, cooked until crisp, then finely chopped

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 400u00b0. Put potatoes in a pot of salted water. Bring to a boil, then simmer until just tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and put in a large bowl. Meanwhile, blanch onions in boiling water 2 minutes; rinse to cool, then peel.
2
Add onions, butter, oil, 1 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. pepper to potatoes and stir. Divide between 2 rimmed baking sheets and bake, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender and golden brown with crisp edges, about 25 minutes. Transfer to a shallow serving dish.
3
Beat creme fraiche and heavy cream in a bowl with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Stir in chives, bacon, and remaining 1/4 tsp. salt and 1/8 tsp. pepper.
4
Top potatoes with bacon cream and gently stir to coat.
5
Make ahead: Through step 1 or 2, 1 day, chilled and covered. Bring to room temperature before continuing recipe, and reheat baked potatoes at 375u00b0 for 30 minutes before topping with bacon cream. Bacon cream: Up to 2 hours ahead, chilled.
6
Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.

705

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 pounds Makah Ozette or fingerling potatoes, halved if large, 12 ounces red pearl onions, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Makah Ozette Potatoes With Bacon Cream falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Makah Ozette Potatoes With Bacon Cream

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