Hearty Fried Potatoes Recipes

OVEN-FRIED POTATOES

Steps:

• Place potatoes in two large resealable plastic bags. Combine the Parmesan cheese and seasonings; add to potatoes. Seal bag and shake to coat. , Pour oil into two 15x10x1-in. baking pans; pour potatoes into pans. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 40-50 minutes or until tender.

CRISPY FRIED POTATOES

Steps:

• Peel and slice (or cube) potatoes.
• Let soak for 5-10 minutes in ice water in a large mixing bowl. You may skip this step if you like.
• Drain well and pat dry - make sure they are VERY dry!
• Heat 1/4 cup peanut oil in a large skillet on medium high heat until it's shimmering and almost smoking.
• Add potatoes and let fry for about 2 minutes or until they start to get golden on the bottom.
• Cover the pan and reduce heat to medium. Allow to steam for about 2 to 3 minutes.
• Remove cover and turn the heat back up to medium high. Flip the potatoes. Fry for a minute or two, or until the bottom layer begins to get golden.
• Dump the pan of potatoes into a colander over the sink to remove excess oil and moisture. Blot with a paper towel and return them to the pan on medium heat.
• Add the onion and peppers plus any seasonings you'd like on your potatoes.
• Saute, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender and done. Do not cover at this stage of frying because they will get soggy!
• Add the butter at the very end of cooking.
• Taste for seasoning and serve hot with plenty of cracked pepper.

CRISPY ITALIAN FRIED POTATOES AND PEPPERS

Steps:

• Fill a large bowl halfway with cold water. Peel the potatoes and place them in the water as you go, to prevent discoloration.
• Slice the potatoes thinly (1/8-1/4 inch thick) and place slices in the bowl of water, as you go. I recommend using a mandolin or a food processor with the slicing blade attachment. Or you can slice them by hand with a sharp knife.
• Lay an absorbent dish towel on the counter and have another one or two handy. Drain the sliced potato in a mesh strainer and dump them onto a towel. Pat and blot them dry. They will brown better if you get them nice and dry.
• Heat oil in a large skillet (preferably cast iron) over high heat, until hot but not smoking. Add the potato slices and immediately toss them until they're all coated with oil. Let the potatoes cook, undisturbed, for 3-5 minutes, or until the bottom pieces look brown around the edges. Mound the peppers on top and add a pinch or two of salt. Flip the potatoes over with a spatula, so some raw potatoes and peppers are on the bottom of the skillet. Leave them undisturbed for another 3-5 minutes, until they are nice and brown on the bottom. Continue to brown and toss potatoes for 5-10 minutes longer, until about half of them are crisp and brown and the rest are soft and creamy.
• Serve hot. Season, to taste, with salt.

HEARTY POTATO SKILLET

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to boil; add potatoes and boil until just tender, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain.
• Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium to medium-high heat and cook sausage links. When cooked through, remove to a plate. Add bacon to the same skillet and cook to nearly your desired doneness. During the last few minutes, add cubed ham to crisp and heat through, 5 to 8 minutes. Remove bacon and ham with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Reserve grease.
• Heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat in a large pot. Add onion and bell pepper; season lightly with salt and pepper. Cook and stir occasionally until tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
• Place cooked potatoes in the skillet with the bacon grease over medium heat. Brown on all sides, turning gently as needed. Season potatoes with seasoned salt and pepper, to taste.
• Melt butter in a separate skillet over medium heat. Fry eggs to your desired doneness.
• Distribute browned potatoes among 4 plates. Top with bell pepper-onion mixture, and the meats. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese and top each with a fried egg.

HEARTY FRIED POTATOES

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to broil.
• Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, add potatoes and onions and cook until browned. Add mushrooms, tomatoes, and peppers, stir to combine, and saute until mushrooms have softened. Transfer mixture to a sizzle or heat-proof platter and cover with cheese. Broil until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve with sour cream, salsa, and biscuits, if desired.