How Do You Make Skillet Fried Potatoes?
Skillet fried potatoes are a staple in the south and a good addition to any meat and potato meal. The secret to really good fried potatoes is in the skillet; a heavy cast iron skillet with lid will make the perfect fried potatoes. The following recipe is neither fat nor guilt free, but it is delicious. Step 1 Prepare the potatoes by washing and then cutting into chunks or slices. If you wish you can peel them, but many nutrients are lost when skinned. The simplest way to cut potatoes for frying is to slice in half, then quarters and then cut into smaller chunks. Step 2 Fry one half pound bacon over medium heat until crisp. Render as much of the fat from the bacon as possible. Remove bacon to a paper towel to drain. Set aside. Step 3 Dump the potatoes carefully into the bacon fat, stirring with a spatula to coat each potato with the grease. Turn the heat down to low and add cover. Step 4 Check the potatoes after ten minutes. Stir again and add chopped or ring onion if desired. Replace l
