Description
Crispy and flavorful Potato Rounds baked with melted butter, garlic salt, cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, and topped with savory bacon bits. These bite-sized potato slices make a perfect appetizer or side dish, served warm with a dollop of sour cream for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 4 medium red potatoes
Butter and Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- Garlic salt with parsley flakes, to taste
Toppings
- 5 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
For Serving
- Sour cream, for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F to ensure it is at the perfect temperature for baking the potato rounds evenly.
- Prepare the Potatoes: Wash the red potatoes thoroughly, then slice them into thin rounds about ¼-inch thick to ensure they cook evenly and become tender.
- Parboil the Potatoes: Place the potato slices into a pot of boiling water and cook for 3-4 minutes. This partially cooks the potatoes for a tender inside after baking. Drain the slices and pat them dry to remove excess moisture.
- Arrange on Baking Pan: Line a baking pan with foil and spray it lightly with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Lay the potato rounds flat on the pan, making sure they are in a single layer for even baking.
- Brush with Butter and Season: Lightly brush the potatoes with melted butter, then generously sprinkle garlic salt with parsley flakes over them for flavor.
- Add Cheese and Bacon: Evenly distribute shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses over the potato rounds, then top with the crumbled cooked bacon pieces.
- Bake: Bake the potato rounds in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the potatoes are tender and golden.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm with sour cream on the side for dipping. Enjoy your delicious potato rounds!
Notes
- Use red potatoes for their creamy texture and ability to hold shape when sliced thin.
- Parboiling helps ensure potatoes are cooked through without burning during baking.
- Feel free to customize toppings with your favorite cheeses or add green onions for extra flavor.
- For a crispier texture, you can broil the potato rounds for the last 1-2 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Sour cream adds a cool tangy contrast but can be substituted with Greek yogurt or ranch dressing if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
