BACON FAT CONFIT POTATOES
MAKES 4 TO 6 SERVINGS
A cast-iron skillet helps these potatoes form a golden crust as they simmer in bacon drippings and fresh thyme.
1 pound bacon, chopped2 pounds new potatoes, quartered10 sprigs fresh thyme2 cloves garlic, smashed1 dried bay leaf1½ teaspoons kosher salt1 teaspoon ground black pepperGarnish: chopped fresh thyme
1. In a 10-inch cast-iron skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, about 15 minutes. Remove bacon using a slotted spoon, and let drain on paper towels, reserving drippings in skillet.
2. Add potatoes, thyme, garlic, bay leaf, salt, and pepper to drippings in skillet; bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender, 18 to 20 minutes. Stir in bacon before serving. Garnish with thyme,…
