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Bacon Honey Roasted Potatoes

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Crispy roasted baby potatoes tossed with smoky bacon and sweet honey, caramelized to perfection for a savory-sweet side dish that’s easy enough for weeknights and impressive enough for company.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds baby potatoes (Yukon gold or red), halved or quartered
  • 6–8 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped (about 6–8 oz)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
  • 1–2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and lightly grease if using foil.
  2. Wash and dry potatoes. Cut into halves or quarters (about 1–1.5 inch pieces). Chop bacon into bite-size pieces.
  3. In a large bowl or directly on the baking sheet, toss potatoes, bacon, olive oil, honey, and minced garlic. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and optional thyme or smoked paprika. Toss until evenly coated.
  4. Spread mixture in a single, even layer on the baking sheet. Use a second sheet if crowded.
  5. Roast for 20 minutes. You should start smelling the bacon and honey caramelizing.
  6. Flip potatoes and bacon pieces with a spatula or tongs. Remove any bacon that looks done and set aside.
  7. Roast for another 15–20 minutes, until potatoes are golden, crispy, and fork-tender. Bacon should be sizzling and caramelized.
  8. Remove from oven. Toss everything gently to coat in the sticky glaze. Return reserved bacon if removed earlier. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with extra fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Cut potatoes evenly for best roasting. Don’t overcrowd the pan for maximum crispiness. Remove bacon pieces early if they crisp before potatoes finish. For extra glaze, drizzle more honey in the last 5 minutes of roasting. Recipe is naturally gluten-free and dairy-free; use certified GF bacon if needed. Variations include adding cheese, herbs, or making vegetarian with plant-based bacon.

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