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Honey Bacon Roasted Potatoes

These crispy, sweet, and savory Honey Bacon Roasted Potatoes are perfect for any meal, bringing together bite-sized potatoes, salty bacon, and a luscious honey glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 pounds baby potatoes Can use baby golds, reds, or small Yukon potatoes
  • 6 ounces bacon Regular-cut preferred for crispiness
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For tossing the potatoes
  • 1 teaspoon salt To taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper To taste
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard For flavor
  • 0.25 cup honey For glazing
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Optional, for added warmth
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F and your empty sheet pan inside while the oven heats.
  2. Choose, wash, and cut the baby potatoes into halves or quarters to ensure even roasting.
  3. If desired, parboil the potatoes in boiling salted water for 5 minutes to enhance crispiness, then drain and let steam dry.
  4. Toss the potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and a pinch of paprika or garlic powder.
Cooking
  1. Carefully add the seasoned potatoes to the hot pan and scatter the chopped bacon on top.
  2. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes, then stir the potatoes for even browning.
  3. Drizzle the honey-Dijon mixture over the potatoes and bacon and roast for an additional 15-20 minutes until sticky and crisp.
Serving
  1. Rest the potatoes on the pan for 3 minutes to allow the glaze to set before serving.
  2. Finish with fresh thyme, and serve warm.

Notes

For best results, ensure potatoes are not overcrowded on the pan for maximum crispiness. This dish pairs well with a variety of main dishes.