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Skillet Potatoes And Bacon

Skillet Potatoes and Bacon is an easy to prepare addition to any meal. Everyone will fight for the last piece! It has crispy edges, the centers are creamy and with lots of flavor. When I prepared this together with the Bistek Tagalog, this was the first to go.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 3/4 kilo potatoes quartered lengthwise
  • salt to taste
  • 7 slices bacon chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic peeled and minced
  • 2 tbsp green onions chopped
  • pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, combine potatoes, pinch of salt and enough cold water to cover. Bring to a boil for about 5 minutes or until the potatoes begin to soften, but not completely cooked. Drain the potatoes and dry.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, add bacon. Cook, stirring occasionally until it renders fat and becomes crispy. Remove bacon and drain on paper towels.
  • Add the potatoes to the pan. Cook, turning as needed for about 7 to 10 minutes or until brown and tender. Add the garlic, bacon, salt and pepper to taste. Cook and stir for about 1 to 2 minutes until the garlic slightly matte. Garnish with chopped green onions. Serve hot.