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Smashed Bacon Cheddar Baby Potatoes

Smashed Bacon Cheddar Baby Potatoes

By Danielle "Diva Q" Bennett

Cheesy, crispy bite-sized deliciousness. These baby potatoes are simple to make and loaded with flavor. Top them off with sour cream and green onions for the perfect finish.

Prep Time

30 Min

Cook Time

40 Min

Pellets

Hickory

Ingredients

Number of People Serving

6

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2 Pound baby potatoes
1/3 Cup olive oil
1 Teaspoon garlic powder
1 Teaspoon onion powder
1 Tablespoon smoked paprika
1 Tablespoon dried chives
2 Cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 Pound crumbled cooked bacon
1 Small bunch spring onion, chopped
1/4 Cup sour cream

Step

  • 1

    Microwave or boil baby potatoes until fork tender, cool to room temperature.

  • 2

    In a large bowl, mix the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika and chives together. Add in potatoes and toss to coat. Transfer potatoes on a silicone or parchment paper lined baking sheet. Smash each potato with your hand or a spatula to flatten.

  • 3

    When ready to cook, set Traeger temperature to 450℉ and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes.

    450 ˚F / 232 ˚C

  • 4

    Grill potatoes for 20 to 30 minutes until golden and crispy, turning once. Top with cheddar, bacon and onions. Grill for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted.

    450 ˚F / 232 ˚C

    00:20

  • 5

    Remove from grill and top with sour cream and extra green onions if desired. Enjoy!

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