Bacon Wrapped Potato With Honey Scallion Sauce Recipe

Crispy bacon-wrapped potato wedges tossed in a sweet and savory honey scallion sauce! This recipe, from Aaron McCargo Jr., a Food Network Star finalist, makes a delicious appetizer or unforgettable side dish. Get ready for a flavor explosion in just 50 minutes!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 396.6 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Bacon Wrapped Potato With Honey Scallion Sauce

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Ingredients for Bacon Wrapped Potato With Honey Scallion Sauce

  • Idaho Potatoes
  • Canola Oil
  • Smoked Bacon
  • Toothpicks, as needed
  • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • Cracked Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh scallions
  • Fresh Parsley Leaves

How to Make Bacon Wrapped Potato With Honey Scallion Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and cut 2 lbs of Yukon Gold potatoes into 8 wedges each.
  3. Parboil potato wedges in salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes, until fork-tender. Drain well and pat dry.
  4. While potatoes are boiling, prepare the honey scallion sauce: In a medium bowl, combine 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) melted unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons honey, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh scallions, and 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley. Stir until well combined.
  5. Wrap each potato wedge with 1/2 slice of bacon (about 1 lb bacon total) and secure with a toothpick.
  6. Arrange bacon-wrapped potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until bacon is crispy and potatoes are golden brown.
  8. Remove from oven, remove toothpicks, and gently toss potatoes in the honey scallion sauce.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

75g

Fat

47g

Carbs

16g