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Smashed Bacon Cheddar Baby Potatoes

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Hickory

Cheesy, crispy pieces of bite-sized deliciousness, these baby potatoes are simple to make and loaded with flavor. Top them off with sour cream and green onions for the perfect finish.

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  • 2 Pound baby potatoes

  • 1/3 Cup Olive oil

  • 1 Teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 Teaspoon onion powder

  • 1 Tablespoon smoked paprika

  • 1 Tablespoon Kosher salt

  • 1 Tablespoon dried chives

  • 1 Teaspoon Ground black pepper

  • 1/4 Cup sour cream

Toppings

  • 2 Cup shredded cheddar cheese

  • 1 Pound crumbled cooked bacon

  • 1 Small bunch of green onions, chopped, plus more for garnish

  • 1

    Microwave or boil the baby potatoes until fork tender, then let cool to room temperature.

    • 2 Pound baby potatoes

  • 2

    When ready to cook, set Traeger temperature to 450℉ and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes. Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper.

    : 450 ˚F

  • 3

    In a large bowl, mix together the olive oil, dried chives, salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Add the potatoes and toss to coat.

    • 1/3 Cup Olive oil

    • 1 Teaspoon garlic powder

    • 1 Teaspoon onion powder

    • 1 Tablespoon smoked paprika

    • 1 Tablespoon Kosher salt

    • 1 Tablespoon dried chives

    • 1 Teaspoon Ground black pepper

  • 4

    Transfer the potatoes to the prepared baking sheet. Smash each potato with your hand or a spatula.

  • 5

    Place the baking sheet on the grill grates. Close the lid and roast the potatoes until golden and crispy, turning once, 20-30 minutes. Top the potatoes with the cheddar cheese, bacon, and green onions. Close the lid and grill until the cheese is melted, 10 minutes more.

    : 450 ˚F

    • 2 Cup shredded cheddar cheese

    • 1 Pound crumbled cooked bacon

    • 1 Small bunch of green onions, chopped, plus more for garnish

  • 6

    Remove the potatoes from the grill and top with the sour cream and more green onions, if desired. Enjoy!

    • 1/4 Cup sour cream

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