Dad's Favorite Cheesy Potatoes In Foil Recipe

Name: Dad's Favorite Cheesy Potatoes In Foil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 85 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: Baking Potatoes; 4 slices bacon, crumbled; 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped; Sharp Cheddar Cheese; 4 tbsp butter, sliced; Salt And Pepper

Fire up the grill and get ready for a taste of summer! This easy, cheesy potato recipe was a BBQ staple in my childhood, and now it's your family's new favorite side dish. Minimal cleanup and maximum flavor – creamy potatoes, crispy bacon, and melty cheese, all cooked to perfection in foil packets. Perfect for backyard barbecues, potlucks, or a weeknight dinner.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 70 mins

Calories 429 kcal

Protein 35g

Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Dad's Favorite Cheesy Potatoes In Foil

Baking Potatoes
4 slices bacon, crumbled
1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped
Sharp Cheddar Cheese
4 tbsp butter, sliced
Salt And Pepper

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How to Make Dad's Favorite Cheesy Potatoes In Foil

Preheat grill to medium heat.
Place a large sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil on a clean surface.
Arrange the thinly sliced potatoes on the foil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Evenly distribute the crumbled bacon over the potatoes.
Top with the chopped onion and shredded cheddar cheese.
Dot the mixture with sliced butter.
Gently toss the potato mixture on the foil to combine.
Carefully bring up the edges of the foil, leaving some room at the top for steam to escape. Crimp the edges to create a sealed packet.
Place the foil packet on the preheated grill.
Cook for approximately 1 hour, turning the packet every 15-20 minutes to ensure even cooking and browning.
Carefully remove from grill (use tongs to avoid burns). Let rest for 5-10 minutes before opening and serving. Be cautious of escaping steam.