Freckle Faced Taters Recipes

FRIED TATERS

Steps:

• In a large skillet, pour the olive oil and heat on med-high heat.
• Wash potatoes well and cut with skin on into thin cubes or triangles.
• Add potatoes to skillet.
• Next sprinkle the lemon& pepper, garlic salt, garlic powder and essence over the potatoes as you turn them to make sure you get all of the potatoes.
• Lower your heat to medium and turn potatoes until browned on each side.
• Takes about 10-15 minutes.

TATER WEDGES

Steps:

• For the taters: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Thoroughly wash the skins of the potatoes. Cut each in half lengthwise, then slice the halves into 2 to 3 wedges each.
• Place the wedges in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle in the olive oil and sprinkle in the rosemary, salt, black pepper and granulated garlic. Toss until the potatoes are thoroughly coated.
• Spread the potatoes out on the prepared baking sheet, being sure to leave space in between the wedges. Bake in the middle of the oven until almost tender, about 25 minutes. Flip the wedges over and bake until the edges are crispy and turning brown, about 10 minutes more.
• For the dipping sauce: Meanwhile, place the mayonnaise, sour cream, dill, parsley, mustard, pepper and salt in a food processor. Pulse until the fresh herbs are chopped and the ingredients are combined, about 30 seconds. Pour into a small bowl and serve alongside the warm potato wedges.

TASTY TATERS (AKA OVEN ROASTED POTATOES)

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Put potatoes, oil and soup mix in a plastic bag; close and shake until potatoes are coated.
• Put coated potatoes in a 13x9 inch pan; bake uncovered for 40 minutes until potatoes are golden brown.

SIDE ESSENTIALS: PAN-FRIED TATERS

Steps:

• 1. PREP/PREPARE
• 2. You will need a large pot or skillet to make this recipe.
• 3. If you do not have any red or golden potatoes, you can always use russets.
• 4. Gather your ingredients (mise en place).
• 5. Cut the potatoes in half, or if they are small, in quarters.
• 6. Toss them into a pot of lightly salted boiling water and cook for about 8 minutes.
• 7. Remove from the water and allow to dry out on a few paper towels, for 5 minutes.
• 8. Add to a bowl, and toss with a small bit of oil, and then salt and pepper, to taste.
• 9. Add the oil and butter to a large skillet, or pot over medium heat.
• 10. When the butter melts, add the taters, cut side down.
• 11. Cook, covered, for about 8 - 10 minutes, or until the taters are brown and crispy.
• 12. Flip and cook, covered, an additional 3 - 4 minutes.
• 13. PLATE/PRESENT
• 14. Serve any old way you please... Even by themselves. I served them at a casual outdoor event with Asian fried beef, and ciabatta bread.
• 15. Keep the faith, and keep cooking.

LOADED SMASHED TATERS

Steps:

• Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until tender., Drain; return to pan. Lightly mash potatoes, gradually adding milk, cream cheese and butter to reach desired consistency. Stir in bacon, cheeses, green onions, tomatoes, parsley, salt and pepper.

TIN FOIL TATER'S

Steps:

• 1. Chop all veggies into roughly 1/2 inch pieces
• 2. Mince garlic cloves
• 3. Put all ingredients except bacon drippings in zip lock bag and mix well.
• 4. Place 1/2 the mixture on a large square of foil, rest on a second piece. Place optional bacon drippings on top of each. Roll top of foil down then close sides seal tightly
• 5. Place on grill, in oven, or in camp fire, turn about every 10 minute until done about 30 minutes depending how hot your fire is

SCALLOPED TATERS

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the hash browns, soup, milk, cheese, 1/2 cup butter, onion, salt and pepper. Pour into a greased 5-qt. slow cooker. Cover and cook on low until potatoes are tender, 3-4 hours. , Just before serving, combine the cornflake crumbs and remaining butter in a pie plate. Bake at 350° until golden brown, 4-6 minutes. Stir the potatoes; sprinkle with crumb topping.