Crispy Irish Nachos
Crisp potato rounds topped with crispy bacon and gooey cheese. Your new favorite appetizer or side dish: so addicting!
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 442kcal
Ingredients
- 4 Idaho Potatoes Scrubbed Clean and Sliced ~¼ Inch Thick
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- ½ Teaspoon Dried Rosemary Crushed
- ½ Teaspoon Dried Thyme Crushed
- Salt and Pepper To Taste
- 1 Cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Finely Shredded
- 6 Slices Bacon Cooked Crisp and Finely Chopped
- 2 Green Onions Minced
- Salsa and Sour Cream If Desired
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
- Scrub potatoes, and slice into around ¼ inch rounds. Soak in cold water for around 30 minutes. Pat dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl combine potatoes, olive oil, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir until coated.
- Place potatoes in a single layer on a cookie sheet. Bake for 20 minutes. Flip over. Bake for another 20 minutes.
- Place cooked potatoes in a large oven safe skillet. Top with cheese and bacon. Return to oven for 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
- Sprinkle with green onions. Serve with sour cream and salsa if desired.
Notes
Ingredient Notes
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- Potatoes: I like to use starchy potatoes that are low in moisture, such as Russetts.
- Variations: If you don't want to use potatoes, you could also use waffle fries or kettle chips.
- Cheese: I like using sharp cheddar. If possible, shred your own cheese for a smoother melt.
- Bacon: I like using Hormel Black Label microwave bacon. It cooks up crisp with no mess.
- Line your pan: Line your pan with tin foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Slice potatoes evenly: Slice potatoes to a uniform size and thickness so they cook evenly. Use a mandoline if you have one!
- Soak your taters: Don't skip soaking the potatoes in cold water. This removes the starch and leads to a super crispy chip.
- Pat Dry: Be sure to pat dry to remove any excess moisture. This helps you avoid a soggy chip.
- Single Layer: Arrange potatoes in a single layer to ensure they are even when cooking.
- Broil for 1-2 minutes at the end to get the cheese slightly browned.
Nutrition
Calories: 442kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 403mg | Potassium: 776mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 343IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 229mg | Iron: 2mg